Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Fritters

5 from 8 votes

These cheesy garlic zucchini fritters are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and ready in just 25 minutes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Main Dish, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Zucchini Pancake

Servings: fritters

Use a cheese grater to grate 4 medium zucchini until you have about 3 cups of grated zucchini and place it into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Lightly beat 2 large eggs and add to the zucchini along with 1/4 cup minced white onion, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (if using), and 1/4 teaspoon saltStir well enough to distribute ingredients evenly.
Get a large heavy skillet heating over medium-high heat. Pour about 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil into the pan to coat.
Making batches of 3 to 4 at a time drop heaping spoonfuls of the zucchini mixture into the hot oil in the pan. Use a spatula to press down a little to flatten it slightly, creating a pancake.
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown before flipping. Cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes until both sides are golden brown.
Once browned, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Add 1 tablespoon additional vegetable oil in between each batch of 3 to 4. Continue cooking until all of the zucchini batter is used.
Serve hot plain, topped with sour cream, or with marinara for dipping.

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