Description
Zucchini & Sweet Potato Fritters are crispy, flavorful snacks or sides that combine the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the fresh crunch of zucchini. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, these fritters offer a perfect balance of texture and taste, making them a wholesome treat suitable for snacks, light meals, or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium zucchini, grated
- 1 medium sweet potato, grated
Binding and Structure
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend/almond meal for gluten-free)
Flavorings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, or dill), chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cooking
- Olive oil or cooking oil, for frying (about 2-3 tbsp)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Grate the zucchini and sweet potatoes finely. Place the grated vegetables in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to ensure the fritters turn out crispy and not soggy.
- Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the grated vegetables with eggs, flour, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir everything until the mixture is well combined and sticky enough to hold its shape.
- Form the Fritters: Using your hands or a spoon, shape the mixture into small patties about two inches in diameter. This size helps them cook evenly and develop a golden crust.
- Cook to Crispy Perfection: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Carefully add the fritters and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy the fritters hot for the best crunch and flavor. Pair with your favorite dips, garnishes, or side dishes.
Notes
- Dry Well: Removing excess water from zucchini is essential to avoid soggy fritters.
- Temperature Control: Maintain medium heat to ensure fritters cook through and develop a crispy crust.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Allow space between fritters while frying to prevent steaming.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh zucchini and sweet potatoes yield the best flavor and texture.
- Rest Batter Briefly: Let the batter sit for 5 minutes before frying to improve binding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg