The Best Zucchini Fritters Ever

This zucchini fritters recipe features a batter of eggs, flour, milk, and cheese seasoned with garlic and onion, fried in shortening until golden.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 65 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 eggs, beaten
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 pinch dried parsley
• garlic powder to taste
• onion powder to taste
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 1 large zucchini, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup vegetable shortening
• 0.5 cup freshly grated Romano cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat about 1 tablespoon shortening in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, drop 1/4 cupfuls of batter into the skillet and flatten slightly with the back of a spatula. Cook in hot oil until the centers appear dry. Turn over and continue cooking until the other side is golden brown. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm. Add more shortening to the skillet as needed.

Step 2

Stir flour, zucchini, onion, milk, beaten eggs, and Romano cheese together in a large bowl until well combined. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix until batter is well combined.