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Zucchini and Ricotta Fritters

17/11/2023

Zucchini and ricotta fritters are a simple and tasty dish. Here’s the recipe to make them:

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchinis
  • 250 g of ricotta
  • 1 egg
  • 80-100 g of flour (based on the consistency of the batter)
  • 50 g of grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Nutmeg (optional)
  • Oil for frying

Preparation

  1. Start by washing the zucchinis and grating them with a coarse grater.
  2. Place the grated zucchinis in a colander, salt them lightly, and leave them to rest for about 10 minutes to lose the excess water, then squeeze them well.
  3. In a bowl, combine the squeezed zucchinis, ricotta, egg, Parmesan cheese, a pinch of salt, a bit of pepper, and, if you wish, a grating of nutmeg. Mix the ingredients well.
  4. Gradually add the flour, until the batter is not too runny but still soft.
  5. Heat plenty of oil in a pan and, when it is very hot, begin frying the fritters: take a spoonful of the batter and let it slide into the oil.
  6. Cook the fritters until they are golden on both sides, turning them halfway through cooking.
  7. Drain them from the oil and place them on absorbent paper to remove excess oil.

Trivia

Zucchini fritters are a traditional recipe of Italian home cooking, often made in summer when zucchinis are in full season. There are many variants, and each family has its “version”. In some recipes, herbs such as mint or basil can be added to give a fresh aroma to the dish.