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A stack of zucchini fritters topped with sour cream and bacon.
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Zucchini Fritters

These zucchini fritters are crispy patties filled with shredded squash and flavored with garlic and herbs. An easy and delicious side dish that takes just minutes to put together, and always gets rave reviews.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 160kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 4 cups shredded zucchini
  • 3/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided use
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • toppings such as sour cream, sliced green onions and crumbled bacon optional

Instructions

  • Place the shredded zucchini in a large colander and sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of salt over it. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
  • Squeeze all of the excess water out of the zucchini, then pat it dry with a paper towel.
  • Place the zucchini in a large bowl and add the flour, baking powder, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper, eggs, garlic and green onions. Stir until a batter forms.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large deep pan over medium high heat. Place 2 tablespoon size mounds of the fritter mixture in the pan, then flatten them.
  • Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they're golden brown and crispy. Repeat the process with any remaining batter.
  • Add toppings if desired, then serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 410mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg