old-fashioned italian zucchini fritters

Ingredients

• Servings: 25
• 6 eggs
• 3 zucchinis, shredded
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• beat the eggs in a mixing bowl with a wire whisk until smooth. stir in the shredded and diced zucchini, then season with salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, and basil. add the flour a little at a time, stirring between additions until no dry lumps remain.
• heat the oil in a large skillet to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
• drop the batter into the hot oil by the spoonful a few at a time making sure not to overcrowd the oil. cook until the fritters are golden brown on each side, about 4 minutes. drain on a paper towel-lined plate before serving.