Description
These are simple pan-fried patties made from grated zucchini.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, flour, beaten egg, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. The mixture will be moist.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the zucchini mixture into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon to form patties about 1/2 inch thick. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the patties from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For crispier patties, you can add 1 tablespoon of breadcrumbs to the mixture.
- Serve these patties with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 30
Keywords: zucchini patties, fried zucchini, vegetable fritters, easy side dish, zucchini recipe