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Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Dill Sauce Recipe

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These crispy zucchini fritters are an easy, low-carb way to enjoy extra veggies. Perfect as a side dish, light lunch, or snack, the fritters combine shredded zucchini with ricotta and parmesan cheese for a flavorful bite. Served with a refreshing dill yogurt sauce, this recipe takes just 15 minutes from start to finish and yields 10 delicious fritters.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 fritters

Ingredients

Zucchini Fritters

  • 1 medium zucchini (about 1 cup shredded)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 3 Tbsp parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 Tbsp freshly chopped chives
  • 1 Tbsp freshly chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for pan frying

Dill Sauce

  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp fresh dill or 1/2 tsp dried dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini: Shred the zucchini and place it in a large colander. Wrap the shredded zucchini in a thin kitchen towel and squeeze firmly over the sink to remove as much moisture as possible. This step ensures crisp fritters.
  2. Mix the batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained shredded zucchini, beaten egg, flour, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, chopped chives, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Heat the pan: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add a thin layer of cooking oil, allowing it to heat up thoroughly for frying the fritters.
  4. Fry the fritters: Drop large tablespoons of the zucchini mixture into the hot oil, flattening slightly to shape fritters. Cook each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  5. Drain excess oil: Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil and cool slightly.
  6. Prepare the dill sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together the plain yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh or dried dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve: Serve the warm zucchini fritters with the dill sauce for dipping or drizzling as a delicious accompaniment.

Notes

  • Make sure to squeeze out as much liquid from the zucchini as possible to avoid soggy fritters.
  • If you prefer a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.
  • Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the batter for a spicy kick.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for the best flavor in both fritters and sauce.
  • Leftover fritters can be stored in the fridge and reheated in a skillet to maintain crispiness.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/crispy-zucchini-fritters-with-dill-sauce-recipe/