These zucchini fritters have crispy golden brown edges that give way to creamy, light centers when you bite in. The method for making them is a textbook example of a back-pocket recipe—something you can make quickly with just a few ingredients, and still impress the people at your table. Just remember a few simple tips: Fresh zucchini has a high water-to-fiber ratio. The key to preventing soggy fritters lies in removing as much liquid from the squash as possible: First, by salting the shredded zucchini and then by squeezing it in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. (If you’re an experienced latke maker, this advice will sound familiar.)
Ingredients
4 Servings
Soy Dipping Sauce
3
1
1½
Zucchini Fritters
1½
½
1
¼
3
1
⅓
Preparation
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Soy Dipping Sauce
Step 1
Mix vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
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Zucchini Fritters
Step 2
Place zucchini in a colander set in the sink and toss with ½ teaspoon salt. Let stand 10 minutes, then wring zucchini dry in a clean kitchen towel. Place zucchini in a large bowl and gently mix in egg, flour, chives, and cornstarch; season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in 2 batches, drop ¼-cupfuls zucchini mixture into skillet, flattening slightly; cook until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer fritters to a paper towel–lined plate; season with salt. Serve with soy dipping sauce.
DO AHEAD: Fritters can be made 30 minutes ahead. Keep warm in a 200° oven.
