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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
Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Olives
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Shred zucchini on a box grater, then squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk egg in a bowl, stir in zucchini, flour, parmesan, salt, and pepper until combined.

  3. Step 3

    Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Drop heaping spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.

  5. Step 5

    Cook fritters 2 minutes per side until edges are golden brown and crispy.

  6. 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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