Zucchini Fritters

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

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If you're searching for a delightful way to enjoy fresh summer produce, look no further than these delectable Zucchini Fritters! Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these vegetarian and dairy-free fritters are a true crowd-pleaser. With their golden brown hue and irresistible crunch, they make an excellent side dish, starter, or snack for any occasion.

Featuring the subtle flavor of zucchini combined with a rich, stout beer batter, each bite offers a unique taste experience that will keep your guests coming back for more. As you prepare these fritters, the delightful aroma of frying zucchini and fresh herbs will fill your kitchen, creating an inviting atmosphere that sparks excitement.

Ideal for gatherings, picnics, or even a cozy dinner at home, these fritters are versatile enough to serve as antipasti or a delightful finger food. Plus, they are quick and easy to make, allowing you to whip them up in just 45 minutes. Whether you choose to deep-fry them for that perfect crisp or try a lighter version in the oven, you can feel good about serving a dish that showcases wholesome ingredients.

So gather your zucchini and get ready for a flavorful culinary adventure that’s sure to impress! Enjoy these tasty fritters with a sprinkle of salt, and you’ll have a dish that not only satisfies the palate but also celebrates the essence of fresh, seasonal vegetables.

Ingredients

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

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