Description
Golden brown zucchini fritters flavored with Indian spices, perfectly paired with a refreshing herbed yogurt dip — ideal as an appetizer, snack, or savory side.
Ingredients
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- 2 medium courgettes (zucchini), grated
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 green chillies, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/4 tsp chilli powder
- 100g gram flour (chickpea flour)
- 4–5 tbsp water (as needed)
- Oil for shallow frying
- 150g vegan plain yoghurt (coconut or soy-based)
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh coriander, finely chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Sprinkle salt over the grated courgettes and let sit for 10 minutes. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean cloth or paper towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the courgettes, red onion, chillies (if using), coriander, cumin seeds, turmeric, garam masala, chilli powder, and gram flour.
- Add water gradually and mix until a thick batter forms that holds its shape.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the pan, flattening slightly. Cook 3–4 minutes on each side until crisp and golden. Drain on paper towels.
- Air fryer option: cook at 200°C for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Oven option: bake at 200°C (180°C fan) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- For the dip, mix the yogurt, garlic, mint, coriander, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
- Serve the fritters warm with a generous side of mint yogurt dip.
Notes
- Ensure you squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini to prevent soggy fritters.
- Use a non-dairy yogurt for a vegan dip.
- The batter should be thick enough to hold shape when spooned into the pan.
- Adjust spices to taste based on heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
