Ricotta Zucchini Fritters Crisp (Print View)

Crisp zucchini and creamy ricotta combine for delicious, golden fritters with fresh herbs and Parmesan.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchinis (approximately 12 ounces), grated
02 - 2 spring onions, finely sliced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 1 cup ricotta cheese (approximately 9 ounces)
05 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (approximately 1.4 ounces)

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour (approximately 2.8 ounces)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

→ Eggs

08 - 2 large eggs

→ Herbs & Seasonings

09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ For Frying

12 - 3 tablespoons olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and firmly squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared zucchini, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, spring onions, minced garlic, and parsley.
03 - Whisk together the eggs, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl, then add to the zucchini mixture and mix thoroughly.
04 - Sprinkle the flour and baking powder evenly over the mixture and fold gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
05 - Pour olive oil into a large non-stick skillet and warm over medium heat.
06 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of batter into the skillet, gently flatten each mound with a spatula.
07 - Fry fritters for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches, adding more oil if necessary.
08 - Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
09 - Serve the fritters warm, optionally with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a squeeze of lemon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make with simple kitchen tools and pantry staples
  • Ready in just over half an hour including prep
  • Light vegetarian yet deeply flavorful thanks to fresh herbs and tangy cheese
  • Versatile as a snack appetizer or main with a salad
  • Adaptable to gluten free or add extra herbs for a twist
02 -
  • Vegetarian and packed with protein thanks to ricotta and eggs
  • Perfect for meal prep freezes and reheats well
  • Easily adaptable for gluten free diets
  • One bowl and one pan make cleanup quick
03 -
  • Always squeeze the zucchini dry moisture is the enemy of crispy fritters
  • Fry in small batches and do not crowd the pan so each fritter browns beautifully If your fritters stick flip them gently with a flexible spatula and allow a minute longer before turning

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