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Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Herb Sauce

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These crispy zucchini fritters are golden on the outside and tender inside, served with a tangy lemon herb yogurt sauce. Quick and easy to make, they are perfect for snacks or light meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis, grated (about 3 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
  • For the lemon herb yogurt sauce:
  • 1 cup (240 ml) plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor into a large bowl (about 3 cups or 450g).
  2. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt over the grated zucchini, toss to combine, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. Transfer zucchini to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze firmly over the sink to remove as much liquid as possible (about ¾ cup or 180 ml).
  4. In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs. Add ½ cup all-purpose flour, minced garlic, sliced green onions, chopped parsley and dill, black pepper, and the squeezed zucchini. Stir gently until combined. Add more flour if batter is too wet.
  5. Heat about 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot and sizzling.
  6. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter, flatten gently in the pan. Fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Cook in batches without overcrowding.
  7. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and let rest for a minute.
  8. While fritters cook, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice and zest, chopped parsley and dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  9. Serve fritters warm with a generous dollop of lemon herb yogurt sauce on the side or drizzled on top.

Notes

Squeezing out zucchini moisture is key for crispiness. Use medium heat to avoid burning. If batter is too loose, add more flour a tablespoon at a time. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or chickpea flour. The yogurt sauce can be made ahead and kept chilled. Reheat fritters in oven to maintain crispness.

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