Zucchini Fritters with Sour Cream Sauce
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Zucchini Fritters with Sour Cream Sauce are the perfect combination of light and savory. Made with fresh zucchini, grated Parmesan cheese, and a hint of green onion, these fritters are pan-fried to perfection for a crunchy outer crust and tender, flavorful interior. The real star, however, is the tangy sour cream sauce, infused with fresh dill and a splash of lemon juice, adding a zesty twist that perfectly complements the fritters. Quick and easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, side dish, or even a light vegetarian main course. Serve these fritters warm with a dollop of sauce for a dish that’s sure to make your taste buds dance! Keywords: zucchini fritters, sour cream sauce, quick appetizer, vegetarian side dish, crispy zucchini recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 large egg
- 2 tablespoons green onion
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dill
Instructions
Grate the zucchini using a box grater, then transfer it to a large bowl. Sprinkle the zucchini with salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.
After 10 minutes, transfer the zucchini to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible, then place the drained zucchini back into the bowl.
Add the flour, parmesan cheese, eggs, chopped green onion, and black pepper to the zucchini. Mix until well combined into a batter-like consistency.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, scoop 2-3 tablespoons of the zucchini mixture (about 1 fritter's worth) into the skillet and flatten it into a small patty using a spatula.
Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter.
While the fritters are cooking, prepare the sour cream sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lemon juice, and chopped dill. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
Serve the warm fritters with the sour cream sauce on the side, garnished with additional dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 594 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 578 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
