Zucchini croquettes with mozzarella
Zucchini croquettes with mozzarella are a delightful and flavorful appetizer or snack that's perfect for using up an abundance of zucchini. These crispy fritters are made with finely grated zucchini, mixed with eggs, flour, Parmesan cheese, and seasoning, then fried until golden brown. Served alongside creamy mozzarella, these croquettes are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a tasty addition to your meal. Follow along with the simple recipe below to create these irresistible zucchini croquettes with mozzarella.
Ingredients:
- 3 large zucchini, finely grated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
- 1 pinch salt
- Mozzarella for serving
Instructions:
1. Combine the finely grated zucchini and ½ teaspoon of salt in a bowl. Stir to combine and set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Pour the zucchini mixture onto a clean dish towel or cheesecloth and squeeze to drain completely, removing excess moisture.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Add the flour, 4 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and ground black pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
4. Add the drained zucchini to the egg mixture and mix thoroughly.
5. Heat oil in a medium-sized pan over medium-high heat.
6. Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the zucchini batter into the hot oil. Flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.
7. Fry the croquettes until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Use a spatula to flip them halfway through cooking.
8. Once cooked, transfer the croquettes to a serving plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
9. Sprinkle the croquettes with grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of salt.
10. Serve the zucchini croquettes immediately with slices of fresh mozzarella on the side.
Enjoy the crispy and flavorful zucchini croquettes with creamy mozzarella for a delicious appetizer or snack!