Claudia Roden's Courgette Fritters
Discover the irresistible charm of Claudia Roden's Courgette Fritters, a Mediterranean-inspired dish packed with flavor and texture. These crispy zucchini fritters combine grated courgettes, crumbled feta cheese, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and mint for a vibrant, aromatic bite. Lightly pan-fried in olive oil to golden perfection, they’re as satisfying as they are simple to make. Perfect as a light appetizer, snack, or vegetarian main course, these fritters come together in under 40 minutes. Pair them with a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish, and watch them disappear from the plate! Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight recipe or an elegant dish to impress guests, these fritters are guaranteed to deliver. Keywords: courgette fritters, zucchini fritters, vegetarian fritters, Mediterranean recipes, quick and easy appetizers.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams courgettes (zucchini)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 50 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 spring onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
- 0 lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Grate the courgettes (zucchini) using the coarse side of a grater. Place them in a colander, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt, and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.
Step 2
After 10 minutes, use your hands or a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the grated courgettes. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Add the flour, egg, crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, chopped mint, spring onion, and ground black pepper to the bowl with the courgettes. Mix well to combine into a thick batter.
Step 4
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Step 5
Scoop about 1 heaping tablespoon of the courgette mixture and drop it into the pan, flattening slightly with the back of the spoon to form a fritter. Repeat to make multiple fritters, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Step 6
Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Remove the cooked fritters from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining courgette mixture, adding more olive oil to the pan as needed.
Step 8
Serve the fritters warm, with optional lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (811.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1116.5 |
| Total Fat 84.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 279.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3553.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.2g | |
| Protein 32.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 611.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1683.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories