Zucchini Fritters

Name: Zucchini Fritters (Pitulitsi So Zeleni Tikvichki)
Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Cuisine: Macedonian
Ingredients: ¼ teaspoon paprika; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh dill; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; Vegetable oil, for frying; 2 eggs, whisked; ¾ cup (115 g) grated feta cheese; ⅓ cup (40 g) all-purpose flour; 1 medium starchy potato, such as russet, peeled and grated; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 lb 5 oz (600 g) zucchini (3 medium), grated; 1 medium starchy potato, such as russet, peeled and grated

Pitulitsi So Zeleni Tikvichki

Preparation info

Serves
4 to 6

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Macedonia

By Katerina Nitsou

Published 2021

About

This recipe is something we make on lazy weekend afternoons and is one of my husband’s favorites. The addition of feta adds a bit of salty sharpness to the mild zucchini. Serve them with Kisolo Mleko So Pechen Luk (Yogurt with Garlic, Cucumber, and Dill) on the side.

Ingredients

1 lb 5 oz (600 g) zucchini (3 medium), grated

Europe
Macedonia
Starter
Vegetarian

Method

In a large mixing bowl, combine the zucchini, potato, scallions, and cheese.

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, dill, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Sprinkle the dry ingredients over the zucchini mixture and toss to coat. Fold the eggs into the zucchini mixture until fully incorporated.

In a large sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil until it