🥒🥞 Crispy Golden Zucchini Fritters (Stacked)
📝 Ingredients:
- 3 medium zucchini (grated)
- 1 teaspoon salt (for draining)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Oil (for shallow frying)
🥣 Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce (Optional):
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Drain zucchini (key step):
- Grate zucchini and place in a bowl
- Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10–15 minutes
- Squeeze out all excess moisture using a clean cloth
👉 This step ensures crispy fritters, not soggy ones
2. Make the mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine drained zucchini, flour, Parmesan, eggs, garlic, herbs, pepper, paprika, and baking powder
- Mix until fully combined
3. Cook fritters:
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat
- Scoop 2–3 tablespoons of mixture and flatten slightly
- Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy
- Transfer to paper towel to drain excess oil
4. Make sauce:
- Mix yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and salt until smooth
5. Stack & serve:
- Stack fritters on a plate
- Add a spoon of sauce between layers or on top
- Garnish with fresh herbs
🔥 Pro Tips:
- Dry zucchini thoroughly → biggest factor for crispiness
- Use medium heat so inside cooks without burning
- Add a little cornstarch for extra crunch
- Keep cooked fritters warm in the oven while finishing batches
❓ Q&A:
Q: Why are my fritters falling apart?
They may need more binding—add a bit more flour or an extra egg.
Q: Can I make them ahead?
Yes! Reheat in a pan or oven to restore crispiness.
Q: Can I air fry them?
Yes—brush lightly with oil and cook at 180°C for 12–15 minutes.
Q: What can I serve with them?
Great with dips, salads, grilled chicken, or as a brunch stack.
