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tomato fritter A plate of freshly fried tomato fritters served with a side of creamy dipping sauce, garnished with a sprig of basil for a fresh touch. The fritters are golden and crispy, perfect for a savory snack or appetizer.

tomato fritters

Golden, herb-packed tomato fritters that taste like summer by the sea.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 15
Course: Appetizer, Meze
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 26

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups plum tomatoes seeded, finely diced, excess liquid removed
  • 1 ¼ cups zucchini grated and firmly squeezed dry
  • ¼ cup onion finely diced for even texture
  • 1 green onion thinly sliced for mild bite
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste adds depth and richness
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 5 fresh basil leaves minced for aroma
  • 1 tablespoon dried mint or 2 tablespoons fresh, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground preferred
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour for binding
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder for light texture
  • 1 tablespoon plain breadcrumbs adds structure
  • Olive oil enough for shallow frying
  • Plain Greek yogurt or tzatziki optional, for serving

Method
 

  1. Remove tomato seeds and pulp, then drain the diced tomatoes until very dry. prep
  2. Squeeze all excess moisture from the grated zucchini using a cloth or your hands. prep
  3. Combine tomatoes, zucchini, onion, green onion, tomato paste, herbs, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and mix thoroughly. mix
  4. Whisk flour, baking powder, and breadcrumbs together in a separate bowl until evenly blended. mix
  5. Stir the dry ingredients into the vegetable mixture until fully incorporated, then let rest. assemble
  6. Stir the mixture again after resting; it should hold together when scooped. prep
  7. Heat a shallow layer of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. prep
  8. Scoop portions with two spoons and gently slide each fritter into the hot oil. assemble
  9. Cook until golden on one side, flip, lightly press, and cook until fully golden and set. bake
  10. Transfer fritters to paper towels, cool slightly on a rack, and serve with yogurt or tzatziki. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 30gCalories: 26kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 358IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these fritters capture the flavor of a Greek summer.

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