Crispy Spiced Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Garlic Dill Sauce

Ingredients

• •2 medium zucchinis, grated
• •1/2 teaspoon salt
• •1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• •1 large egg
• •1/4 cup chopped green onions
• •1 teaspoon garlic powder
• •1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• •1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• •1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• •1/4 cup olive oil, for frying
• •1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• •2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• •1 clove garlic, minced
• •1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• •1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

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   1. Grate the zucchinis and place them in a colander. Sprinkle with salt, mix well, and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out the moisture.

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   2. After 10 minutes, squeeze the zucchini in a clean kitchen towel to remove as much liquid as possible.

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   3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained zucchini, flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, green onions, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Mix until well combined.

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   4. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

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   5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the zucchini mixture and flatten it into a patty shape. Carefully place it in the hot oil. Repeat with the remaining mixture, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.

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   6. Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

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   7. To make the lemon garlic dill sauce, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped dill, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix well.

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   8. Serve the zucchini fritters hot with the lemon garlic dill sauce on the side for dipping.