Courgette Fritters

Crispy, golden, and utterly irresistible, these Courgette Fritters are a quick and easy way to transform humble zucchini into a savory delight. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley, these fritters boast a deliciously tender interior with a satisfyingly crisp exterior. Requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, the secret to their irresistible crunch lies in squeezing out excess moisture from the courgettes, ensuring each bite is perfectly crisp. Pan-fried to perfection in olive oil, these fritters make a versatile dish that’s ideal as an appetizer, side, or light meal. Serve them warm with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat everyone will love. Tags: zucchini fritters, easy appetizer, crispy courgette fritters recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams courgettes (zucchini), grated
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 60 grams all-purpose flour
• 30 grams parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large egg
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Place the grated courgettes in a colander and sprinkle them with the salt. Toss well to distribute the salt evenly and leave them to drain for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible from the courgettes. This step is crucial for achieving crispy fritters.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained courgettes, flour, parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Make sure the oil is hot but not smoking.

Step 5

Scoop 2 tablespoons of the courgette mixture into the pan for each fritter. Flatten them gently with the back of a spoon to form small patties.

Step 6

Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Step 8

Serve the fritters warm with a dollop of sour cream, yogurt, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(705.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	910.0

Total Fat 61.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 249.5mg	0%
Sodium 3026.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 31.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 472.2mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 1537.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.0%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 27.5%