🌿 Zucchini Oatmeal Fritters (Better than Pizza!)
🍽 Servings:
Makes about 12 fritters (3–4 servings)
📝 Ingredients:
- 1 medium courgette (zucchini), grated
- Pinch of salt (to draw out water from zucchini)
- 3–4 tablespoons oatmeal (use rolled oats or quick oats)
- 100 g grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 2 eggs
- Chili flakes or powder to taste (optional, for a spicy kick)
- A bit of oil for brushing or pan-frying
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Prep the Zucchini:
- Grate the zucchini and place it in a bowl.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, let sit for 10 minutes.
- Then, squeeze out the excess water using a clean towel or cheesecloth.
- Make the Mixture:
- In a bowl, combine the grated, squeezed zucchini, oats, cheese, eggs, and chili.
- Mix until you get a thick, moldable dough-like consistency. If it’s too wet, add a little more oats.
- Shape:
- Take small portions and shape into finger-length sticks or patties, as shown in the image.
- Cook:
- Option 1: Pan-fry on medium heat with a little oil until golden on all sides.
- Option 2: Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing lightly with oil.
💡 Tips:
- Add chopped herbs (like parsley or coriander) for extra flavor.
- Use a mix of cheeses for a richer taste.
- For extra crunch, coat with breadcrumbs before baking.
- Kids love these with a side of ketchup or yogurt dip!
🍽 Nutritional Info (Per 3 fritters):
(approximate values)
- Calories: 180–220
- Protein: 10–12g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 10–15g
- Fiber: 2–3g
🌟 Benefits:
- Rich in fiber from oats and zucchini.
- Good source of protein from eggs and cheese.
- Low-carb alternative to traditional fried snacks or pizza.
- Kid-friendly and lunchbox-approved.
❓Q&A:
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes! Use flax eggs (1 tbsp flax + 2.5 tbsp water per egg) and vegan cheese.
Q: Can I freeze these?
A: Absolutely. Shape and freeze uncooked, then cook from frozen when needed.
Q: What can I serve this with?
A: Great with dips like garlic yogurt, tzatziki, hummus, or even a spicy mayo.
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