Traditional Zucchini Fritters

Ingredients
- 3 pcZucchini (grated and drained)
- 150 gWheat flour (sifted)
- 2 pcEgg (beaten)
- 1 pcGarlic (minced)
- 10 gFlat-leaf parsley (chopped)
- 1 tspBaking powder
- 100 mlSunflower oil (for frying)
- 1 pinchFleur de sel
- 1 pinchBlack pepper ground
Method
A golden crust that cracks under the teeth, revealing a melting zucchini heart flavored with garlic. The scent of fried vegetables and seared parsley fills the kitchen.
- 1
Grate the zucchini with a medium grater. Sprinkle with sea salt and let drain for 10 minutes. Squeeze the vegetable firmly between your hands to extract all the water: the flesh must be dry to the touch.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Add the flour and baking powder, then mix until you get a smooth batter that coats the spoon. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped parsley.
- 3
Add the squeezed zucchini to the batter. Mix with a spatula to thoroughly coat every strand of vegetable. Pepper generously.
- 4
Heat the sunflower oil in a pan. Drop small mounds of batter. When the edges color and the underside is brown, flip. The fritter should be seared and crispy on the outside.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get this dish right?
- The crucial step is squeezing the zucchini: if it releases juice into the batter, the fritter will be soggy instead of crispy.
- The oil must be very hot before dropping the batter, otherwise it will be absorbed by the fritter.
How long does this dish keep?
Eat immediately to preserve the crispiness. Does not reheat well.





