Zucchini Fritters

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
31%
Zucchini Fritters
45 min.
6
401kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the vibrant flavors of zucchini? Look no further than these delightful Zucchini Fritters! Perfectly crispy on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, these fritters make a fantastic addition to any meal.

Whether you're enjoying them as a savory side dish, a tantalizing starter, or a satisfying snack, these vegetarian and dairy-free fritters will have your taste buds singing. Made with fresh zucchini and the delicate blossoms, they bring a taste of summer to your plate any time of year. Plus, the use of chilled stout or dark beer in the batter adds a unique depth of flavor that elevates these fritters beyond the ordinary.

This recipe is not just about great taste; it's also about the joy of cooking. In just 45 minutes, you'll transform simple ingredients into a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends. And with only 401 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! So, grab your frying pan and get ready to impress with these gorgeous Zucchini Fritters that are sure to be the star of your next gathering.

Ingredients

  • 1.8 cups flour 
  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • servings canola oil for deep-frying
  • 0.3 cup cornstarch 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cups beer dark chilled
  • medium zucchini 
  • 12  zucchini 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • kitchen thermometer
  • slotted spoon
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Pour enough oil into heavy large saucepan to measure 3 inches in depth.
  2. Heat oil over medium heat until deep-fry thermometer registers 350°F.
  3. Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt in large bowl.
  4. Add stout.
  5. Whisk until smooth batter forms. Working in batches of 5 or 6 zucchini slices or blossoms and using tongs, dip zucchini slices and blossoms into batter and add to hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Using slotted spoon, transfer fritters to paper towels and drain.
  6. Sprinkle fritters with salt and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories401kcal
Protein10.59%
Fat36.5%
Carbs52.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.58
Glycemic Load
23.42
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
28.423043613848%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.3mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.64mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.47mg
Gallocatechin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:400.53kcal
20.03%
Fat:16.03g
24.67%
Saturated Fat:1.53g
9.54%
Carbohydrates:52.29g
17.43%
Net Carbohydrates:46.03g
16.74%
Sugar:13.17g
14.63%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:645.75mg
28.08%
Alcohol:3.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.59%
100%
Protein:10.47g
20.93%
Vitamin C:93.56mg
113.4%
Manganese:1.18mg
59.21%
Folate:196.88µg
49.22%
Vitamin B6:0.9mg
45.21%
Potassium:1425.05mg
40.72%
Vitamin B2:0.69mg
40.65%
Vitamin B1:0.53mg
35.02%
Vitamin K:32.57µg
31.02%
Phosphorus:293.52mg
29.35%
Magnesium:107.53mg
26.88%
Fiber:6.26g
25.05%
Vitamin B3:4.91mg
24.57%
Iron:3.89mg
21.61%
Calcium:210.11mg
21.01%
Vitamin A:1045.33IU
20.91%
Vitamin E:3.1mg
20.66%
Selenium:14.03µg
20.04%
Copper:0.34mg
16.83%
Zinc:1.94mg
12.93%
Vitamin B5:1.26mg
12.58%
Source:Epicurious