Description
Knusprige Zucchinipuffer mit goldener Kruste, gefüllt mit cremigem Feta, frischer Kräuterwürze und milder Jalapeño-Schärfe. Dazu kühles, aromatisches Tzatziki – ein farbenfrohes, duftendes Sommergericht.
Ingredients
Scale
- 450 g Zucchini
- 150 g Feta-Käse
- etwas Dill
- etwas Petersilie
- 1 Jalapeño
- 1 Ei
- 30 g Mehl
- Salz
- Pfeffer
- 2 EL Öl
- 200 g Tzatziki
Instructions
- Begin by washing the zucchini thoroughly under running water. Trim off the ends and grate the zucchini using a coarse grater. Place the grated zucchini in a sieve set over a bowl and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of salt. Toss the zucchini to evenly distribute the salt and let it sit for about 5 minutes. This will help draw out excess moisture from the zucchini.
- While the zucchini is resting, crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and set aside. Finely chop a small handful of fresh dill and parsley leaves. Slice the jalapeño in half, remove the seeds for less heat if desired, and finely chop it. Crack the egg into a small bowl and beat it lightly with a fork until well combined.
- After the zucchini has rested, use your hands to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the grated zucchini. Transfer the squeezed zucchini to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the crumbled feta, chopped dill, chopped parsley, chopped jalapeño, and the beaten egg to the bowl with the zucchini. Mix everything together well until evenly combined.
- Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring gently after each addition, until the mixture is well combined and holds together. Season the mixture with freshly ground pepper and additional salt if needed, tasting as you go.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium to medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, take a heaping tablespoon of the zucchini mixture and carefully drop it into the pan. Use the back of the spoon to gently flatten the mixture and shape it into a small patty. Repeat with more mixture, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the zucchini patties for about 5 to 7 minutes, turning once halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Once the zucchini fritters are cooked, remove them from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Continue frying the remaining mixture in batches, adding more oil to the pan as necessary.
- Arrange the warm zucchini fritters on a serving platter. Serve immediately with Tzatziki on the side for dipping. Optionally, garnish with extra fresh herbs for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
For extra crispiness, make sure to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the zucchini before mixing. You can adjust the level of spiciness by leaving the seeds in the jalapeño or omitting it altogether. These fritters are best enjoyed fresh and hot, but they can also be reheated in the oven to restore some of their crispiness. Serve with a generous dollop of Tzatziki for a refreshing contrast.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Schnelle und Einfache Rezepte
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Portionen
- Calories: 350-450
- Sugar: 3-8g
- Sodium: 500-800mg
- Fat: 17-25g
- Saturated Fat: 7-11g
- Carbohydrates: 30-40g
- Fiber: 2-5g
- Protein: 15-25g
- Cholesterol: 60-100mg