Zucchini Fritters Recipe

Name: Zucchini Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Soy Dipping Sauce; 3 Tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar; 1 Tbsp. reduced sodium soy sauce; 1 1/2 tsp. sugar; Crushed red pepper flakes; Fritters; 1/2 lb. zucchini (about 3 med), grated; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 3 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh chives; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup vegetable oil

Servings: persons

Soy Dipping Sauce
3 Tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar
1 Tbsp. reduced sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
Crushed red pepper flakes
Fritters
1/2 lb. zucchini (about 3 med), grated
1/2 tsp. salt
1 large egg
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh chives
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup vegetable oil

1
Soy Dipping Sauce
2
Mix vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
3
Fritters
4
Place zucchini in a colander, set in the sink and toss with 1/2 tsp. salt zucchini in a large bowl and gently mix in egg, flour, chives, and cornstarch, season with salt and pepper.
5
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in 2 batches, drop 1/4 cupfuls zucchini mixture into skillet, flattening slightly, cook until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer fritters to paper towel-lined plate, season with salt.
6
Serve with soy dipping sauce.
7
Fritters can be made 30 minutes ahead. Keep warm in 200 degree oven.

275

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Soy Dipping Sauce, 3 Tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar, 1 Tbsp. reduced sodium soy sauce, 1 1/2 tsp. sugar, and more.

Yes, Zucchini Fritters falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Zucchini Fritters

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Variations & substitutions

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