Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Olives
Shredded zucchini mixed with egg, flour, and parmesan, pan-fried until golden and crispy. Served alongside briny green olives for a salty, savory bite.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 9g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Shred zucchini on a box grater, then squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
Whisk egg in a bowl, stir in zucchini, flour, parmesan, salt, and pepper until combined.
Step 3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 4
Drop heaping spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.
Step 5
Cook fritters 2 minutes per side until edges are golden brown and crispy.
Step 6
Transfer to a plate and serve warm with green olives alongside.
Tools you’ll need
- box grater
- kitchen towel
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- 12-inch skillet
- slotted spoon
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