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Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Tangy Lemon Herb Yogurt Sauce

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These crispy zucchini fritters feature a crunchy outside and tender inside, paired with a fresh and tangy lemon herb yogurt sauce. Perfect for a quick, easy, and delicious snack or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis (about 600g / 1.3 lbs), grated and drained
  • 1 teaspoon salt (kosher or sea salt preferred)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour or almond flour for gluten-free
  • ¼ cup (25g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3–4 tablespoons olive oil for frying
  • For the lemon herb yogurt sauce:
  • ½ cup (120g) Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
  • ½ clove garlic, minced finely
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor. Place grated zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, toss to combine, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.
  2. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, 2 eggs, ½ cup flour, ¼ cup grated Parmesan, parsley, dill, 1 minced garlic clove, and black pepper. Stir until evenly incorporated.
  4. Heat 3-4 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in a non-stick or cast iron skillet until shimmering but not smoking.
  5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter and flatten into 3-inch rounds. Fry in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp, adjusting heat as needed.
  6. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and keep warm in a low oven (200°F / 90°C) while frying remaining batter.
  7. Prepare the sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chives, mint, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Serve the warm fritters with a dollop of lemon herb yogurt sauce on the side or drizzled on top. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

Squeeze out zucchini moisture thoroughly to prevent soggy fritters. Use medium heat for frying to achieve a crispy crust without burning. Keep cooked fritters warm in a low oven to maintain crispiness. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour. Baking is possible but results in less crispy fritters.

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