Description
Crispy zucchini and edamame fritters blend Mediterranean freshness with protein-packed goodness for a delightful culinary adventure. Perfectly golden and wholesome, these fritters promise a quick, nutritious meal that satisfies both hunger and taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium zucchini, shredded
- 1 cup (170 grams) shelled, frozen, and defrosted edamame beans
- 1 egg or flax egg
Binding and Flour Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons (30 grams) all-purpose flour
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 green onion, diced
- Dash of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Process edamame, zucchini, flour, egg, spices, and green onion in a food processor until achieving a smooth, uniform consistency, approximately 2 minutes.
- Prepare air fryer by lining the basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Carefully drop rounded spoonfuls of the batter (about 3 tablespoons each) onto the parchment paper, forming circular fritter shapes.
- Set air fryer to 390°F and cook for 12 minutes, turning fritters midway to ensure even browning and crispy texture.
- Alternatively, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with cooking oil until shimmering.
- Gently place batter spoonfuls into the hot skillet, maintaining spacing to prevent overcrowding.
- Allow fritters to cook until edges become firm and develop a golden-brown color, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully flip fritters and cook the opposite side until achieving an equally golden-brown appearance.
- Remove fritters from heat and let rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil before serving.
Notes
- Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini using a clean kitchen towel to prevent soggy fritters.
- Try different flour types like chickpea or almond flour for gluten-free variations.
- Add fresh herbs like dill or parsley to enhance the flavor profile and boost nutritional value.
- Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking to help ingredients bind together better and improve texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 184 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg