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Crispy Zucchini Fritters Recipe Easy Homemade with Garlic Herb Yogurt Sauce

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Crispy zucchini fritters with a tender inside, paired with a creamy garlic herb yogurt sauce. A simple, satisfying recipe perfect for light meals or appetizers.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchini (about 1 pound / 450g), grated and well-drained
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • ¼ cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (or dill)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or avocado oil for frying
  • ½ cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely minced or grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchini using a box grater into a large bowl (about 3 cups or 350g).
  2. Drain the zucchini by placing it in a fine mesh sieve or wrapping it in cheesecloth and pressing firmly for 5-7 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  3. Transfer the drained zucchini back to the bowl. Add the egg, flour, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined and the batter holds together when pressed. Add more flour if too wet.
  4. Prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped dill, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive or avocado oil in a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about 3 minutes).
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of batter, flatten into discs, and place in the pan without overcrowding.
  7. Fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp, adjusting heat as needed.
  8. Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with garlic herb yogurt sauce.

Notes

Press zucchini thoroughly to remove moisture to avoid soggy fritters. Use oils with high smoke points like avocado or light olive oil. Fry at medium heat for best crispness. Test one fritter first to adjust seasoning and batter consistency. Keep cooked fritters warm in a low oven if making a large batch. For vegan option, replace egg with flax egg and use dairy-free yogurt and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.

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