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Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Tangy Lemon Yogurt Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy zucchini fritters paired with a tangy lemon yogurt sauce, perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis, shredded (about 3 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Shred 3 medium zucchinis using a box grater or food processor. Place shredded zucchini in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Transfer zucchini to a fine mesh strainer or clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much liquid as possible.
  3. In a large bowl, combine dried zucchini with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, 2 beaten eggs, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Stir until well combined. Add more flour if mixture is too loose.
  4. Heat about 2 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 3 minutes.
  5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter and flatten into rounds in the pan. Fry in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat as needed.
  6. Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep warm in a low oven if cooking multiple batches.
  7. Whisk together 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated garlic clove, salt and pepper to taste, and optional cayenne.
  8. Serve fritters warm with a generous dollop of lemon yogurt sauce. Garnish with extra parsley or lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Squeeze out zucchini moisture thoroughly to avoid soggy fritters. Fry in batches without overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature and crispiness. Use non-stick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet for best results. Optionally finish fritters on a wire rack to keep them extra crispy.

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Keywords: zucchini fritters, crispy fritters, lemon yogurt sauce, easy zucchini recipe, gluten-free fritters, vegetarian snack

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