Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Crispy Mediterranean Zucchini Fritters
- Begin by grating the zucchini using a box grater. Once grated, place it in a colander and sprinkle it generously with salt. Allow the zucchini to sit for about 15 minutes, enabling the salt to draw out excess moisture.
- After 15 minutes of resting, take the zucchini and wrap it tightly in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels. Squeeze the towel firmly until you have removed as much liquid as possible from the zucchini.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained zucchini with crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, mint, dill, sliced green onions, minced garlic, and a generous pinch of black pepper.
- Crack the eggs into the zucchini mixture and beat them lightly before incorporating them into the bowl. Gradually add in the all-purpose flour while mixing continuously until the batter holds together well.
- In a large skillet, pour in enough olive oil to cover the bottom, about ¼ inch deep, and heat it over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
- Once the oil is hot, drop tablespoons of the fritter mixture into the skillet, ensuring there is space between each dollop. Fry the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on one side until they're golden brown, then flip them and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- After frying, use a slotted spatula to transfer the cooked fritters onto a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter, adding more olive oil as needed to keep a consistent depth in the skillet.
- Once all the fritters are cooked, serve them warm on a platter with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure zucchini is well-drained to maintain crispiness. Cook in smaller batches to avoid overcrowding.