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Crispy Zucchini Fritters Recipe with Easy Herbed Greek Yogurt Sauce

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These crispy zucchini fritters are a quick and easy snack or side dish featuring a perfect balance of crunch and creaminess, paired with a refreshing herbed Greek yogurt sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis (about 600g / 1.3 lbs), grated and drained thoroughly
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for frying
  • 1 cup (240g) full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (for sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (for sauce)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste (for sauce)

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor. Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible (about 5 minutes).
  2. Transfer the drained zucchini to a mixing bowl, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, stir, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out remaining water.
  3. After 10 minutes, squeeze the zucchini again to remove extra liquid. Add beaten egg, flour, chopped green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and fresh herbs to the bowl. Mix until just combined (3-5 minutes).
  4. Heat 2-3 tablespoons olive oil in a large non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
  5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter and gently flatten in the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding (15-20 minutes total).
  6. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Keep warm in a low oven (about 200°F / 95°C) while frying remaining fritters.
  7. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with lemon juice, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste (about 5 minutes).
  8. Serve fritters warm, topped or served alongside the herbed Greek yogurt sauce. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

Squeezing out moisture from zucchini is crucial to avoid soggy fritters. Use medium heat for frying to prevent burning or greasy fritters. Do not overcrowd the pan. Fresh herbs and lemon juice brighten the yogurt sauce. For vegan version, substitute egg with flax egg and Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt. Batter consistency can be adjusted with extra flour or a splash of milk.

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