Zucchini and Carrot Fritters: such an easy side dish recipe that’s a breeze to whip and oh so delicious. After all, it’s that time of year when you have more zucchini then you know what to do with. Don’t worry; I’ve got your back. You just can’t go wrong with these lovely zucchini & carrot fritters for an easy dinner you can make at home.
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I was in the mood this week for something fried and salty. My first thought was homemade French fries, but when I started looking around the kitchen and then saw my massive pile of zucchini, a light went on. My mom would make potato patties in a similar way to this recipe, so I thought, let’s just switch this out with zucchini and some carrots. And voila, you have the best recipe for a family dinner.
The family loved these Zucchini & Carrot Fritters and asked for me to make them again, that’s a win in my book! And it’s the perfect way to use that big pile of zucchini I know you have. Don’t you love that summer pile of zucchini sitting on your counter, subtly making you feel guilty for neglecting them? Well, use them up and enjoy the results!
Zucchini and Carrot Fritters Printable Recipe
Zucchini & Carrot Fritters
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 C. Shredded Zucchini
- 1 C. Shredded Carrots
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 C. Flour
- 1/4 C. Grated Cheddar Cheese
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Black Pepper
- 1/4 – 1/2 tsp. Cayenne Pepper
- Oil to fry in my favorite oils to fry with are avocado oil, sunflower seed oil, & coconut oil
Instructions
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In a large bowl combine the zucchini, and carrots together. Add the eggs, flour, cheese, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Mix well. Put about an 1/8 inch of oil n a large frying pan, and place it over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, spoon small mounds of your mixture into the pan. Press down to make a disc shaped patty, and cook for a few minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate, and sprinkle with coarse salt. Repeat with remaining fritter mixture.
Recipe Notes
*Note If you are using frozen shredded Zucchini or if its super moist, put in a cheese cloth lined colander in the sink, sprinkle a 1/2 tsp. Salt over it and let sit for 5-10 minutes. Then squeeze out the excess moisture, and you are ready to go!
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In the video above we go for a Fall picnic after making Zucchini & Carrot Fritters. Come along and enjoy the adventure!
I served these fritters with a pork roast, mashed potatoes, and some homemade bread. I love it when a good meal comes together! And your family enjoys it as much as you do. Yum.
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Abby Jo that sound delicious. I’ll certainly be trying these. I really enjoy easy, from scratch recipes. Thank you so much.
We are in the middle of spring here, however the weather can’t decide if it wants to stay in winter or go right into summer. Hot one day and the next we are lighting the fire again.
Blessings Gail.
Thank you, I am so glad you enjoy the recipes. It’s Fall here and quickly getting colder every day, we have had to start lighting fires too! Blessings to you friend 🙂
Looks delicious, can not wIt to try this one. Yummy
Thank you, I think you will like them 🙂
These look wonderful! I will try them tonight as a side to sloppy joes.
Good, I think you will like them 🙂