Description
Transform simple zucchinis into crispy, golden patties with this quick and easy recipe. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or light meal, these zucchini patties are healthy, flavorful, and delightfully crunchy. A recipe that’s as simple as it is delicious—great for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons flour or starch (such as cornstarch or potato starch)
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
1. Prepare the Zucchini
- Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and trim off the ends.
- Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor.
- Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step ensures your patties hold together and don’t turn soggy.
2. Mix the Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
- Add the grated zucchini to the eggs and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle the flour or starch over the zucchini mixture and stir until well combined, ensuring the zucchini is evenly coated.
3. Fry the Patties
- Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the zucchini mixture into the hot skillet and flatten each one slightly with the back of a spoon to form patties.
- Cook each patty for 3–4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
4. Drain and Serve
- Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Serve the patties hot, optionally garnished with an extra sprinkle of salt, pepper, or paprika for a flavorful kick.
Notes
- Draining the Zucchini: Don’t skip the step of removing excess moisture from the zucchini. This ensures that your patties don’t fall apart.
- Cheese Lovers: For extra flavor, mix grated Parmesan, feta, or cheddar cheese into the batter.
- Gluten-Free Option: Replace the flour with a gluten-free alternative like almond flour or cornstarch.
- Oil Alternative: Feel free to use canola or avocado oil if olive oil isn’t available.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired