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Vegetable Fritters

Vegetable fritters are crispy, golden-brown patties made by mixing grated vegetables with eggs, flour, and herbs, then frying until crisp on the outside. The dish highlights humble produce like zucchini, carrots, and onion, transforming leftovers into satisfying, handheld bites with tender insides and crunchy edges. Perfect for a quick snack or light meal, they celebrate improvisation and simplicity in cooking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium zucchini finely grated
  • 2 large carrots shredded
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika optional
  • 2-3 tablespoons neutral oil for frying

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Box grater
  • Clean towel
  • Frying pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Start by finely grating the zucchini and carrots, then transfer them to a clean towel and squeeze out the excess moisture. Finely dice the onion and add it to a large mixing bowl along with the grated vegetables.
  2. Pour in the beaten eggs and sprinkle the flour, chopped parsley, salt, and paprika over the vegetables. Gently fold everything together until the mixture is well combined and slightly sticky.
  3. Heat a few tablespoons of neutral oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering and bubbling lightly. Using a spoon or your hands, scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter and gently form it into a flat patty in the pan.
  4. Cook the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side, watching for a golden-brown crust to develop and listening for a gentle sizzling sound. Carefully flip them with a spatula to cook evenly on both sides.
  5. Once the fritters are crisp and golden, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
  6. Serve the vegetable fritters hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness. Enjoy their crispy edges and tender insides as a satisfying snack or light meal.