Crispy Zucchini, Carrot, and Potato Fritters

Crispy Vegetable Fritters
Category: Appetizers
Servings: 12 pieces

Ingredients

Instructions

To create these delicious crispy vegetable fritters, start by thoroughly washing the zucchini and carrots. Trim the ends of the zucchini and cut off the top and bottom of the carrots. Next, grate the zucchini, carrots, and peeled potatoes using a grater or food processor for finer results.

Once grated, transfer all the vegetables into a large mixing bowl. Mix them together to ensure an even blend of colors and textures. Add the sweet paprika and baking soda to the bowl, giving the mixture a good stir using either your hands or a wooden spoon.

Season generously with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavors, and then knead the mixture with your hands until a firm and compact dough forms.

Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each one into small balls. Gently press them with your palms to form flattened fritters. The result will be 12 perfect fritters, ready for cooking.

Pour a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil into a non-stick frying pan. Heat it over medium heat. If your pan is not large enough to accommodate all the fritters at once, it’s best to cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding. This ensures that they cook evenly and get that crispy texture.

Fry the fritters for about 5 minutes on each side, turning them carefully with tongs or a spatula to ensure they are golden brown and crispy all over. Once cooked, remove the fritters from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.

Sprinkle with a little extra salt before serving for added flavor, and enjoy these crunchy, savory fritters as a delightful appetizer. Serve them while warm to preserve their crispy texture and indulge in the delightful medley of vegetable flavors.

Perfect for gatherings, snacks, or as a light appetizer to begin a meal, these crispy vegetable fritters are sure to become a hit at any table!