Zucchini fritters, also known as courgette fritters, are a delectable and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. These crispy fritters are made with grated zucchini, flour, eggs, and seasonings, and then fried until golden brown. They are often served with a cooling tzatziki sauce, which is a Greek yogurt-based sauce made with cucumbers, garlic, and herbs. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for making both the zucchini fritters and the tzatziki sauce, ensuring a delicious and satisfying meal. Whether you are looking for a vegetarian option, a quick and easy weeknight dinner, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these zucchini fritters with tzatziki sauce are sure to become a favorite.
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ZUCCHINI FRITTERS WITH TZATZIKI
These savory zucchini fritters are presented with a classic tzatziki, a garlicky yogurt sauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes about 28
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a colander, sprinkle zucchini with 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; toss to combine, and let stand at room temperature 45 minutes. Transfer zucchini to a clean kitchen towel; squeeze out any remaining juice.
- In a large bowl, combine zucchini, remaining 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, scallions, dill, mint, eggs, and cheese. Fold in flour until just combined.
- Line a large platter or baking sheet with paper towels; set aside. In a large saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-low heat. Using half the batter, drop heaping teaspoons directly into pan to create about fourteen 1 1/2-inch patties, each about 1/4 inch thick. Cook patties, without flattening, until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Using a slotted spatula, transfer zucchini fritters to paper-towel-lined platter, and season with salt. Repeat with remaining batter and tablespoon oil. Serve immediately with tzatziki.
ZUCCHINI FRITTERS WITH TZATZIKI
These tasty fritters are perfect as a light summer meal or as a side to a great meat dish.
Provided by Luana Alvarez
Categories Vegetable Appetizers
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Mix the zucchini, chopped parsley, herbs, egg, salt and pepper in a bowl. Slowly add flour, mixing to batter like consistency.
- 2. Heat the olive oil in a pan.
- 3. Spoon 2-3 Tbl of the zucchini mixture into the pan, spreading slightly to flatten. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side.
- 4. To make Tzatziki sauce, mix yogurt, cucumber, dill, garlic powder and salt well.
KOLOKITHOKEFTEDES (GREEK ZUCCHINI FRITTERS) WITH TZATZIKI RECIPE
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Provided by Carrie Vasios Mullins
Categories Appetizer Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres Condiments and Sauces Sides
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make Tzatziki: Squeeze excess moisture from cucumber. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, cucumber and vinegar or lemon juice. Stir in olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Make Fritters: Lay out a layer of paper towels and spread out grated zucchini. Sprinkle zucchini with salt and let sit for at least thirty minutes and up to an hour. Squeeze out all excess moisture from zucchini.
- Put drained zucchini in a large bowl with dill, scallions, nutmeg, and feta. Mix to combine. Stir in eggs. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in flour until dough comes together, adding slightly more flour if dough is too wet to form patties. Form dough into 3-4 inch patties.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Fry patties until golden brown on both sides and cooked through but still moist, about 2-3 minutes per side. Serve hot with tzatziki alongside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 161 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 659 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fat 24 g, ServingSize 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
THE BEST ZUCCHINI FRITTERS EVER
This recipe was given to me after smelling them cooking in my neighbor's kitchen while working in the garden. Zucchini is mixed with onion and cheese into some heavenly fritters. I look forward to making them every summer, all summer! You will too!!!
Provided by JEWELLS733
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Fried Zucchini Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together the zucchini, onion, eggs, Romano cheese, milk, and flour. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
- Heat about 1 tablespoon of shortening in a large skillet over medium heat. Drop 1/4 cupfuls of the batter into the skillet, and flatten slightly with the back of a spatula. Turn fritters over when the center appears dry. Cook on the other side until golden brown. Set aside and keep warm. Add more shortening to skillet as needed, and continue with remaining batter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 35.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
Tips:
- To ensure crispy fritters, use a combination of grated and shredded zucchini. Grating the zucchini releases more moisture, which helps to create a crispy exterior.
- Use a large bowl to mix the batter, as it will be easier to combine all of the ingredients. Ensure to whisk the eggs and milk thoroughly before adding them to the dry ingredients.
- Heat the oil to the correct temperature before adding the fritters. If the oil is too hot, the fritters will brown too quickly and not cook evenly. If the oil is not hot enough, the fritters will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying the fritters. This will cause the oil temperature to drop, and the fritters will not cook evenly. Fry the fritters in batches if necessary.
- Allow the fritters to drain on paper towels before serving. This will help to remove excess oil.
- For the tzatziki sauce, use a good quality Greek yogurt. This will give the sauce a creamy and tangy flavor. Ensure to squeeze the cucumber well to remove excess moisture before adding it to the sauce.
Conclusion:
Zucchini fritters with tzatziki sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. The fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the tzatziki sauce is creamy, tangy, and refreshing. This dish is perfect for a summer party or potluck.
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