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.
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Yasir Ali Bajar
[email protected]These fritters are the perfect finger food. They're great for parties or potlucks.
Mir Lima
[email protected]I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my fritters turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked them.
Blessing Lucky
[email protected]These fritters are a bit pricey to make, but they're worth it for a special occasion.
Tinezvipo Nyikadzino
[email protected]I'm not a vegetarian, but I love these fritters. They're a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Ziagujjar 467
[email protected]These fritters are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so flavorful and unique.
Barbara Thomas
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I used sunflower seeds instead of pine nuts in the salsa. They worked great!
Omarian Downer
[email protected]I'm not a fan of mint, so I omitted it from the salsa. The fritters were still delicious.
Munaza Gilani
[email protected]These fritters are a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I always have a few zucchinis in my fridge, so this recipe is a lifesaver.
PRIME_ lk
[email protected]I love how versatile these fritters are. I've served them with everything from yogurt to salsa to hummus.
Badmash Qween
[email protected]These fritters are the perfect appetizer or snack. They're light and fluffy, and the flavors are amazing.
Johnson Kwame Appiah
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my fritters turned out really oily. I think I might have used too much oil.
Lal Bdr
[email protected]I had a hard time finding sumac, but it was worth the effort. These fritters are so unique and flavorful.
Madeana Irvine
[email protected]These fritters were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
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[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but these fritters were surprisingly good. The sumac and mint really brighten up the flavor.
E Willis
[email protected]These fritters are so easy to make and they're absolutely delicious. I served them with a dollop of yogurt and a sprinkle of paprika.
janet sammy
[email protected]I love the bright and tangy flavor of these fritters. The tomato and mint salsa is the perfect accompaniment.
Naiem Hasan
[email protected]These fritters were a hit! The combination of zucchini, sumac, and mint was so refreshing and flavorful. I'll definitely be making these again.