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prep time
1 h 10 min
cook time
10 min
ready time
1 h 20 min
Low Carb Zucchini Fritters
Perhaps a little similar to a potato pancake, zucchini fritters make a great side dish that satisfies the need for something hot, crisp, and a little chewy. A sprinkling of fresh spices and herbs, plus some gooey parmesan cheese, make these fritters extra appetizing. They can accompany any meal, whether it’s breakfast or dinner. You could even enjoy them as a little snack between meals!
Jessica L.
Net Carbs
6 g
Fiber
2.2 g
Total Carbs
8.3 g
Protein
21.6 g
Fats
44.6 g
510 cals
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Ingredients
Zucchini
9-½ ounce
Salt
½ teaspoon
Egg
1 large
Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1 cup
Garlic Raw
1 clove
Spices Onion Powder
½ tsp
Parsley Raw
1 teaspoon
Almond Flour by Bob's Red Mill
2 tablespoon
Avocado oil
0.25 cup
Recipe Steps
steps 5
1 h 20 min
Step 1
Prepare the zucchini by peeling off the skin and shredding it into fine shreds, as if you were shredding cheese. To remove the excess moisture, place the zucchini shreds in a colander, and sprinkle the salt over it. Then, place a paper towel over the zucchini and place something heavy, such as a bowl or large cup, on top to weigh down the squash.Step 2
Let the moisture drain from the zucchini for at least one hour. Then, use your hand to tightly squeeze out the last of the liquid, and transfer the zucchini to a dry, clean bowl.Step 3
Mix into the zucchini the egg, parmesan, garlic, onion powder, chopped parsley, and almond flour. Prepare a large skillet by heating the oil over high heat.Step 4
When the oil is hot enough, divide the zucchini mixture into four equal parts. Use your hands to form the sections into tight balls as best as possible, and place them in the oil. Use a spatula to gently press down the zucchini fritters so they become a little flat.Step 5
Cook the fritters for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they turn golden brown and release easily from your skillet. Transfer the cooked fritters to a paper towel to absorb the excess oil. Enjoy warm!
Comments
BlithesomeMacadamia463196 3 months ago
I thought I had drained all of the water out however, much like others it ended up stodgy. After a few minutes cooking on the hob I decided to put the pan under the grill when I realised it was still too wet. [Like a French omelette, I put all of the mix in the pan as one omelette] The flavours were amazing, so I shall change a couple of things to get it just right. Less salt, more drying. Looking forward to another bash.
StellarKale952946 7 months ago
I want to try these but I am surprised at the 6 carbs per fritter. Is that correct?
StupendousRadish414453 6 months ago
I think it’s 6g carbs per 2 fritters
StellarKale750934 2 years ago
This recipe is well off on macros . I love zucchini fritters , but as part of Keto made them first time . So it was a bit different taste and structure wise .I never add so much salt , ever . Shred , add a pinch of salt leave it to stand , I don’t usually wait that long as suggested in the recipe . About 15-20 min is long enough. Put it in the paper towel and squeeze as much juices out of it as possible . Also I didn’t add suggested amount of Parmesan , only added about 3 table spoons and I increased the amount of almond flower to about 3-3.5 table spoons . Mixed well and fried in 1,5 -2 table spoons of olive oil . I don’t like when they swim in the oil as it totally unnecessary. Served with the table spoon of soured cream .
MsDachshund 3 years ago
I read all the comments and left the salt out because everyone said it was too salty. I figure if it needs salt it’s easier to add then take away. I wrapped my zucchini in a flour sack towel and squeezed the heck out of the zucchini until I couldn’t get any more water out. Then left it tight and hanging for an hour. Felt it. I got it good and dry. I followed the rest of the recipe exactly. I even put the patties in the fridge to set up while I prepared the rest of dinner. But the darn things fell apart. The only thing I can think of is the Parmesan I used was fresh and I grated it from a wedge. I wonder if I should’ve used the really dry Parmesan in the shaker containers. As far as flavor, they were delicious. I’m not going to give up. Im going to try and experiment making these in different ways. Same recipe but different cooking medium. Like air fry, bake, smaller patties, or something. Maybe less oil.
This_Is_Me 3 years ago
This recipe can get salty. So easy on the salt and cheese.
Ginny 3 years ago
Delicious, but the macros are off. I think it includes the oil for frying, but since it is not consumed, fat is too high.
Carmen 4 years ago
Delicious! Daughters loved them and kept asking for more. Make sure to use grated Parmesan.
Andrea 4 years ago
When my kids said they liked these, I knew they were a hit. I would add a little less parmesan than the recipe requires, but other than that they were perfect.
Nargis61 4 years ago
Very tasty. I did bake mine in the oven though. Nice and moist in the middle and slightly chewy at the edges. Yummy will Make again. Thank you
TracyP 5 years ago
Flavor amazing, but mine turned out more like a “mash” then fritters. All my error for sure! Can’t wait to try again and be a little more patient with my draining zucchini and flipping🤣
Prettypsych 4 years ago
You have to get all of the water out of the zucchini. I put mine in a towel with salt and squeeze. Then let it sit another 30-45 minutes and squeeze. It’s amazing how much water comes out. A couple of cups!
Daniketo 5 years ago
Soooo good!!!
Mellowmamma 5 years ago
I can’t wait to make these! Can I make them ahead and then warm them in the oven? Also, would I just store them in the fridge in an airtight container? (Would they get too moist stored like that?) thanks for your input. 🙂
recipewriter 5 years ago
You can reheat your fritters in a microwave, but I highly suggest patting them with a paper towel after cooking them on your stove top as well as after microwaving so the excess moisture doesn't make them fall apart. You can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days before they collect too much moisture.
KathleenH 5 years ago
Must vegetable oil be used? Can olive oil be used instead?
recipewriter 5 years ago
Yes! Olive oil works too!
omabradt 6 years ago
I'm confused about the servings. It says it serves 4 at 2 fritters each, but the recipe instructions say to divide the zucchini into 4 equal parts (and then shows 5 fritters in the skillet). Please clarify, as I really want to try this recipe. I always love Jessica's recipe - so easy to follow.
recipewriter 6 years ago
Hi there! Apologies for the confusion. Please follow as the directions instruct - dividing the mixture into 4 equal parts (this is enough for 2 servings at 2 fritters per serving - 4 fritters total). During recipe development, this recipe was likely doubled but the skillet only allows for so many fritters to fit at one time! I hope this clarification helps! Glad to hear you are enjoying my recipes! - Jessica L.
abrockman1988d7d2 6 years ago
These were AMAZING!