Four-Ingredient Keto Zucchini Fritters

Ingredients

• id: medium_zucchini metric: 2 large imperial: 2 large name: medium zucchini, grated

• id: large_eggs metric: 2 whole imperial: 2 whole name: large eggs, beaten

• id: parmesan_cheese metric: 85g imperial: 3/4 cup name: Parmesan cheese, grated

• id: almond_flour metric: 60g imperial: 1/2 cup name: fine almond flour

Instructions

1. Grate {medium_zucchini} using a box grater or food processor. Place in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible.

2. In a large bowl, combine the drained zucchini, {large_eggs}, {parmesan_cheese}, and {almond_flour}. Mix until well combined and season with salt and pepper.

3. Heat enough oil to cover the bottom of a large skillet over medium heat.

4. Drop spoonfuls of the zucchini mixture into the hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of the spoon to form patties.

5. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the bottom, then flip and cook for 2-3 minutes more until golden on both sides.

6. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

7. Serve immediately while hot and crispy, with sour cream or Greek yogurt for dipping if desired.

Instructions

Moisture Removal: This is the most critical step - squeeze zucchini very dry or the fritters will fall apart. Use a clean kitchen towel and really wring out the moisture.

Consistency Check: The mixture should hold together when pressed but not be too wet. Add more almond flour if too loose, or another egg if too dry.

Oil Temperature: The oil should sizzle when you add the mixture but not be so hot that it burns before the inside cooks.

Size Control: Make fritters about 7cm (3 inches) across for even cooking. Smaller fritters cook more evenly than large ones.

Flipping Technique: Let fritters cook undisturbed until golden before flipping. They'll be fragile until the first side sets properly.

Serving Temperature: These are best served immediately while crispy. They'll soften if they sit too long.

Carb Count: Each fritter contains approximately 2g net carbs, making them perfect for ketogenic snacking.

Storage: Leftover fritters can be reheated in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side to restore crispiness.