Zucchini Fritters

The Food Matters Team THE FOOD MATTERS TEAM

Fritters make a great meal any time of day! Make a big batch, freeze them, and reheat when needed for a quick and easy meal solution!

Why it’s so good for you!

Zucchini and carrot both have a high water content. When paired with protein and fat from the eggs, these fritters make a filling, nourishing meal without that unwanted heavy feeling

WHAT YOU NEED

(use organic ingredients where possible)

  • 2 cups grated vegetables (zucchini, carrot or sweet potato)
  • 2 free-range eggs
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped/ grated
  • Butter or coconut oil for frying
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste

UTENSILS

  • Grater
  • Knife
  • Frypan
  • Spatula
  • Method:

WHAT TO DO:

  1. Grate the zucchinis with the skin on and add some salt. Let the mixture stand for a while you chop the onion.
  2. Squeeze the veg in order to get rid of excess water, and then mix with the onion, the spices, and the eggs until you have a thick pancake like batter.
  3. In a frypan heat the oil or butter and fry the batter in batches of 4 small pancake size fritters for about 2 minutes each side on medium heat, or until slightly brown.
  4. Serve with a tossed green salad dressed with lemon and olive oil.