Category
Appetizers
Servings
4
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
4 minutes
Author:
Arthur Andrew Medical
Keto zucchini fritters are a tasty and light appetizer, easy to prepare, and loved by everyone for their delicate flavor. You can also serve them as a side dish with meat or fish dishes. As it is a versatile dish, you can follow our additional tips and enrich the recipe with other tasty and keto-friendly ingredients.
- Keto
- Low Carb
- Lacto-Ovo Vegetarian
Ingredients
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3 small zucchini, grated and squeezed
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4 oz. Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano cheese, grated
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1 oz. Almond Flour (Blanched)
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2 Large eggs
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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4 basil leaves, finely chopped
Directions
In a medium mixing bowl, lightly beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
Add in grated cheese and almond flour. Mix until you obtain a lump-free mixture.
Add drained zucchini and chopped basil. Gently combine with a wooden spoon.
Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Pour approx. ¼ cup of the zucchini mixture in the skillet and push gently to give them a round shape.
Fry the fritters for 2 minutes per side.
Remove the fritter from the skillet and place them on kitchen paper to remove the excess oil.
Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Note
Additional Tips:
- Use a clean kitchen cloth to squeeze grated zucchini, to remove the liquid. You can also season them with salt and place in a colander for about 20 minutes.
- Fry in batches.
- For more flavor, add chopped smoked ham, stir-fried mushrooms, or diced smoked cheese.