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Kolokythokeftedes (Zucchini Fritters)
Crisp Greek zucchini fritters with feta and mint — the mezze that turns summer squash into a meal.
20
Prep Time
20
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
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1Toss the grated zucchini with the salt and rest 20 minutes.
2Squeeze the zucchini by handfuls until bone-dry.
3Mix with feta, spring onions, mint, dill, eggs and flour.
4Heat 1 cm of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5Drop spoonfuls of the mixture and flatten slightly.
6Fry 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden.
7Drain on paper towels and serve warm with tzatziki.
Chef's Tip
- Salting and squeezing the zucchini is the whole recipe: wet zucchini steams the fritters instead of crisping them.
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- Feta replaces most of the salt — the fritters stay creamy inside.
- Medium oil, not deep frying: a shallow layer crisps the base without soaking the middle.
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