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Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fritters Recipe with Easy Lemon-Garlic Aioli Dip

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Golden, crunchy zucchini fritters paired with a bright, tangy lemon-garlic aioli. Quick and easy to make, perfect for snacks, appetizers, or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis (about 1 pound / 450 g), grated and squeezed dry
  • ½ cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup (40 g) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil for frying
  • For the lemon-garlic aioli dip:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat recommended)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced finely
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (about half a lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor with a shredding blade.
  2. Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the dried zucchini, Parmesan, eggs, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
  5. Heat olive oil in a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  6. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter and flatten gently into patties. Fry in the hot oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve warm with chilled lemon-garlic aioli on the side.

Notes

Squeeze out as much moisture from the zucchini as possible to avoid soggy fritters. Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to maintain crispiness. Keep cooked fritters warm in a low oven (200°F / 90°C) while finishing the batch. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour. For vegan, replace eggs with flax eggs and use vegan mayo for aioli.

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