Kolokithopitta is a delicious Greek dish made with zucchini, feta cheese, and herbs. It is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. The fritters are easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. This article will provide you with some of the best recipes for kolokithopitta, so you can enjoy this traditional Greek dish in your own home.
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ZUCCHINI FRITTERS (KOLOKITHOPITTA)
Posted for ZWT6 for Greece Region: These tasty fritters are very easy to prepare and can be served as a side dish or as a light snack on their own. Found on Authentic Greek Recipes website. Not sure of the amount of servings but I'm guessing for an appetizer or light snack about 4 servings. Prep time includes time needed for zucchini to drain properly.
Provided by HokiesMom
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h
Yield 12 pieces, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Grate the zucchini and put it in a colander. Sprinkle salt on top and leave it to drain for 1 hour.
- Beat the eggs lightly and place in a mixing bowl then add the rest of the ingredients (except zucchini).
- Drain the zucchini well between the palms of your hands and add to the mixture; mix lightly.
- Put the oil in a frying pan and heat well.
- To make each fritter use a tablespoon to take a scoop from the mixture and with the aid of another spoon push it into the frying pan.
- Fry the fritters for a few minutes until they are nicely browned. Drain on towels on a plate.
THE BEST ZUCCHINI FRITTERS EVER
This recipe was given to me after smelling them cooking in my neighbor's kitchen while working in the garden. Zucchini is mixed with onion and cheese into some heavenly fritters. I look forward to making them every summer, all summer! You will too!!!
Provided by JEWELLS733
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Fried Zucchini Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together the zucchini, onion, eggs, Romano cheese, milk, and flour. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
- Heat about 1 tablespoon of shortening in a large skillet over medium heat. Drop 1/4 cupfuls of the batter into the skillet, and flatten slightly with the back of a spatula. Turn fritters over when the center appears dry. Cook on the other side until golden brown. Set aside and keep warm. Add more shortening to skillet as needed, and continue with remaining batter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 35.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
EASY ZUCCHINI FRITTERS
These fritters are unbelievably easy to make, low in calories, and the perfect way to sneak in some veggies!
Provided by Amy Gonzalez
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Fried Zucchini Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toss zucchini and salt together in a large colander and place in sink to drain for 10 minutes.
- Put zucchini in the middle of a piece of cheesecloth; wrap cheesecloth around zucchini and squeeze to drain as much moisture from zucchini as possible.
- Mix flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, kosher salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Stir in zucchini.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop batter by the tablespoon into the hot skillet and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 50.9 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 792.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
KOLOKYTHAKIA TIGANITA - GREEK BATTERED FRIED ZUCCHINI / COURGETT
Here's another grear vegetarian Greek dish. Soda water in the batter keeps these thin slices of fried zucchini light and crispy. A simple recipe, serve these as an appetizer or meze, or a side dish. Recipe by Nancy Gaifyllia, she says "The key to great crispy zucchini is to slice thinly and fry at high heat so the zucchini has time to cook but not absorb a lot of oil. Use a cheese slicer, mandoline, or long-bladed knife to get uniformly thin slices." Time to make doesn't include resting time. Posted for ZWT 4.
Provided by Um Safia
Categories Vegetable
Time 16m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare zucchini: Cut zucchini slices in half if they are long. Slices measuring about 3 inches long work best.
- Put slices in a bowl, salt, and let sit 20 minutes. Pour off liquid before putting in batter.
- Make the batter: Pour the soda into a bowl, and stir in flour and salt slowly, using a whisk or fork to mix.
- Fry: Bring oil to high heat.Coat zucchini in the batter, use a fork to place pieces in oil and fry 5-6 minutes, until golden on both sides and batter puffs up. Drain on absorbent paper toweling just long enough to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot. (Serves 4 as a side dish, 6-8 as an appetizer/meze.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.1, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1183.3, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.5, Protein 3.6
KOLOKITHOKEFTEDES (GREEK ZUCCHINI FRITTERS)
These Greek zucchini fritters are not deep-fried, but pan-fried in olive oil--delicious!
Provided by gus
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Shred zucchini into a colander and sprinkle with about 2 teaspoons salt. Allow to drain over the sink for 20 minutes.
- At the same time, mix water and flaxseed meal together until completely combined. Set aside and allow mixture to sit for about 10 minutes.
- Squeeze out liquid from onions and potatoes by wringing them in a clean tea towel over the sink. Set aside.
- Combine bread crumbs, mint, dill, parsley, lemon zest, pepper, and nutmeg in a large bowl. Add flaxseed meal mixture and mix to combine.
- Rinse shredded zucchini very lightly and ring out any liquid in a tea towel. Add zucchini, shredded onion, potato, and carrot to the bread crumb mixture and combine. Add flour and baking powder and combine everything once more with your hands. Set aside to rest for at least 10 minutes on the counter, or up to 3 days, covered in the refrigerator.
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a shallow frying pan over medium heat, making sure the oil doesn't burn.
- Scoop zucchini mixture in 1/3-cup portions and roll into balls your hands. Working in batches, add balls to the hot oil and gently pat into a patty. Cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes; flip and continue to fry until crispy and golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining balls, adding 2 tablespoons more oil to the pan between each batch. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1139.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
Tips:
- Use a large zucchini. This will give you more batter and more fritters.
- Grate the zucchini on the large holes of a box grater. This will help the zucchini release its moisture and make the fritters crispy.
- Squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini. This will help the fritters hold their shape and prevent them from being too oily.
- Use a variety of herbs and spices. This will give the fritters lots of flavor. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the fritters from cooking evenly.
- Serve the fritters hot. They are best when they are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Conclusion:
These zucchini fritters are a delicious and easy way to use up summer zucchini. They are perfect for a quick snack or a light meal. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tzatziki sauce or marinara sauce.
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