Crispy potato fritters with zucchini and creamy tomato sauce

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Fritters:

  • Grate potatoes and zucchini, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel or cheesecloth.
  • In a bowl, combine grated veggies, onion, egg, flour, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and seasoning. Mix well.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture per fritter, flatten slightly, and fry until golden brown (about 3–4 minutes per side).
  • Drain on paper towels.

2. Make the Creamy Tomato Sauce:

  • In a saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  • Add crushed tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes.
  • Stir in cream and simmer for another 2 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.

3. Serve:

  • Spoon creamy tomato sauce onto plates.
  • Top with hot crispy fritters.
  • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

🍴 Tips & Variations

  • Extra crispy: Add 1–2 tbsp cornstarch to the fritter batter.
  • Cheesy fritters: Fold in shredded mozzarella or cheddar.
  • Light option: Bake fritters on a greased tray at 200°C/400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Dip idea: These fritters are also amazing with sour cream or garlic yogurt sauce.

Would you like me to also give you a baked version of these fritters with less oil, or keep it classic pan-fried crispy?

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