Cheddar Bacon Zucchini Fritters
Cheddar Bacon Zucchini Fritters are a simple way to use up the prolific garden veggie, zucchini. Savory and salty and the perfect side dish for a summer dinner or a perch for a fried egg.
Servings: 12 patties
Calories: 77kcal
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini , shredded
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ onion , grated
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 slices bacon , chopped and cooked until crisp
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- 1 egg
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a colander, place the zucchini and onions and toss with the kosher salt. Let the zucchini and onions drain for 15 minutes then rinse with cool water. Place the zucchini in a kitchen towel and squeeze as much water as you can out. Place the zucchini/onion mixture in a large bowl. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
- Heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Drop about a ¼ cup of the fritter mixture in to hot pan and flatten with the back of a spoon. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown, then remove to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with a little salt and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 659mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 214IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg