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Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fritters with Creamy Garlic Aioli

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These crispy Parmesan zucchini fritters paired with a creamy garlic aioli offer a satisfying, light, and indulgent snack or side dish that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis, grated and well-drained (about 3 cups or 375 grams)
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup (40 g) all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or freshly minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
  • For the aioli:
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
  • 1–2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: a touch of Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor, yielding about 3 cups (375 grams).
  2. Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to get about 1 to 1½ cups squeezed zucchini.
  3. In a large bowl, combine squeezed zucchini, Parmesan, flour, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly incorporated; the batter will be wet but hold together when scooped.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive or vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  5. Scoop heaping tablespoons of batter and flatten into 2½-inch (6 cm) round patties. Fry in batches, spacing fritters apart, for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Flip gently with a spatula or tongs.
  6. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and keep warm in a low oven if needed.
  7. While frying, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional Dijon mustard in a small bowl to make the aioli. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Serve warm fritters with a generous dollop of creamy garlic aioli on the side. Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Drain zucchini thoroughly to avoid soggy fritters. Use fresh Parmesan for best flavor and melting. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature and crispiness. Let batter rest 5-10 minutes before frying. If batter is too loose, add more flour tablespoon by tablespoon. Fritters can be frozen uncooked and fried from frozen with extra cooking time.

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