Zucchini Fritters with Toasted Sesame Seeds
Crispy, golden zucchini fritters enriched with nutty toasted sesame seeds, perfect for any meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups grated zucchini (excess moisture squeezed out)
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds (coarsely chopped)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- Combine in a large mixing bowl the grated zucchini, toasted sesame seeds, flour, beaten egg, salt, and black pepper until a thick batter forms.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Scoop about 2-3 tablespoons of the batter and form a patty.
- Place the patty in the hot oil, pressing down slightly.
- Fry each fritter for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil as necessary.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional toasted sesame seeds or a favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Squeeze out moisture thoroughly for best texture. Experiment with spices for unique flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg