Best 4 Zucchini And Sumac Fritters With Tomato And Mint Salsa Recipes
Zucchini and sumac fritters are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the bounty of summer produce. The fritters are made with grated zucchini, flour, eggs, and spices, and are fried until golden brown. They are served with a refreshing tomato and mint salsa, which adds a bright and flavorful contrast to the savory fritters. Sumac, a tangy Middle Eastern spice, adds a unique depth of flavor to the dish. These fritters are a great appetizer or light lunch, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
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ZUCCHINI AND SUMAC FRITTERS WITH TOMATO AND MINT SALSA
These fritters could be served as appetizers, as a side dish or as one of several vegetarian dishes. It's the closest recipe I've found for some delicious zucchini fritters I ate and loved some years ago, though I'm pretty sure that they didn't have sumac in them, and sumac adds a lot of flavour. When I inquired after the recipe at the time, the Greek woman who'd made them she named the key ingredients but was very dismissive of them. I felt as if to her it was if I'd asked how to make something as simple as say a basic bread and butter sandwich with a slice of cheese in it! This recipe is from the Australian Women's Weekly's 'fresh food fast: delicious no fuss healthy recipes'. Australian brown onions are what Americans call yellow onions. Sumac, if you've not used it is defined (in the same recipe book) as "a purple-red astringent spice ground from berries that grow on shrubs that flourish wild around the Mediterranean; has a tart, lemony flavour. Found in Middle-Eastern food stores. Substitute: 1/8 teaspoon five-spice plus 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper plus 1/8 teaspoon all spice equals 3/4 teaspoon sumac". I've found that I can purchase it readily from more upmarket supermarkets and European delicatessens.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Onions
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Squeeze the excess liquid from the zucchini using absorbent paper until it is as dry as possible or literally squeeze-dry a handful at a time in your hand; combine the zucchini in a medium-sized bowl with the onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, oregano and sumac.
- Heat the oil in a large, preferably non-stick pan; drop rounded tablespoons of the zucchini mixture in batches, into the pan; cook until browned on both sides and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, combine the tomato and mint in a small bowl; serve the fritters with the tomato and mint salad, accompanied by yoghurt.
ZUCCHINI FRITA WITH CHARRED TOMATO SALSA
Provided by Amanda Freitag
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 2 sandwiches, plus additional salsa
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the charred tomato salsa: Preheat the broiler.
- Halve the tomatoes and place skin-side down on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with salt. Broil for 5 minutes, then add the garlic and jalapeno and broil until the vegetables are blistered and brown, another 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Put the tomatoes, garlic and jalapeno in a food processor and pulse a few times until combined but still chunky. Pour into a bowl and fold in the cilantro, lime juice and red onions.
- For the zucchini frita: Heat a griddle over medium-high heat.
- Slice the zucchini on a diagonal into 1/2-inch slices. Brush with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Griddle the zucchini slices until lightly golden, about 2 minutes per side.
- Slit the Cuban buns and spread the butter on both sides. Place the buns buttered-side down on the griddle and cook until toasted.
- Spread about 2 ounces of the charred tomato salsa on the bottom of each bun, then layer with cooked zucchini, another 2 ounces of salsa and the potato sticks. Top with the other half of each bun.
ZUCCHINI TOMATO SALSA
A contest winner from Taste of Home. It states, "Wondering what to do with all her garden zucchini, Jennifer Magrey of Sterling, Connecticut came up with this versatile and colorful salsa: "I also serve it on crackers, burgers, chips, baked potatoes or over cream cheese as a spread!"
Provided by januarybride
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer salsa to a serving bowl (draining some of the liquid that accumulates while refrigerated).
- Serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.2, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 79.5, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 6.4, Protein 1
ZUCCHINI TOMATO SALSA
Wondering what to do with all her garden zucchini, Jennifer Magrey of Sterling, Connecticut came up with this versatile and colorful salsa: "I also serve it on crackers, burgers, chips, baked potatoes or over cream cheese as a spread!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Using a slotted spoon, transfer salsa to a serving bowl. Serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your fritters.
- Grate the zucchini coarsely. This will help the fritters to hold together better.
- Squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini. This will help to prevent the fritters from becoming soggy.
- Use a light hand when mixing the batter. Overmixing will make the fritters tough.
- Fry the fritters in hot oil. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from becoming greasy.
- Serve the fritters hot with the tomato and mint salsa. This will make a delicious and refreshing appetizer or snack.
Conclusion:
Zucchini and sumac fritters with tomato and mint salsa are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for summer parties and cookouts. The fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the salsa is fresh and flavorful. These fritters are sure to be a hit with your guests.Note: This recipe is for basic zucchini and sumac fritters. You can add other ingredients to the batter, such as cheese, herbs, or spices, to create different flavor combinations.
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