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Gluten-Free Zucchini Fritters Recipe

October 16, 2012 by Jeanette 23 Comments

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Gluten-Free Zucchini Fritters

Those of you who have been following my blog know that I love trying new cuisines. In fact, I love the challenge of learning about the ingredients, spices and cooking techniques unique to different cultures. Over the past two years, my blog has become a place to chronicle my journey experimenting with recipes and exploring cuisines that I’ve never tried before.

Recently, I was asked to participate in a virtual Mid-East Feast to celebrate the upcoming release of An Edible Mosaic, authored and photographed by my fellow blogging friend, Faith Gorsky. Brandy from Nutmeg Nanny is organizing this month-long event where a group of fabulous foodie bloggers will be sharing a different recipe for the next three weeks – an appetizer this week, a main course next week, and a dessert the following week. The fourth week will culminate in a review and giveaway of a copy of An Edible Mosaic.

I have to say that I was more than excited to have this opportunity to not only learn more about Middle Eastern cuisine, but to have the perfect excuse to try my hand at cooking Middle Eastern foods. Although I’ve learned how to make dishes representing lots of different cultures, I know little about Middle Eastern cuisine. Sure, I’ve had falafel, shish kebab, and hummus, but I haven’t had much else.
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Gluten-Free Zucchini Fritters

This past week, I made Faith’s Zucchini Fritters (using a gluten-free flour mix recipe my friend recommended), which are often served as an appetizer, for breakfast, or as part of a Maza Platter. Maza Platters are often eaten at breakfast and dinner (which are the smaller meals of the day), and may also be served before lunch (the largest meal of the day) or as a snack. Think about a Maza Platter as a large platter filled with small plates and bowls of appetizers (like tapas). In addition to dips and spreads, you might find cut up tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce leaves, celery sticks, olives, leftover vegetable dishes, olive oil and Za’atar spice mix. In the Middle East, food served in this style are eaten with your hands or with flatbread.
Gluten-Free Zucchini FrittersThese Zucchini Fritters are actually more like savory pancake, flavored with onion and garlic. The texture is almost a cross between an omelette and a pancake.  I made these the other day just as one of my kids was walking in the door after school. He asked what I was making and when I told him “Zucchini Fritters,” he immediately responded, “You shouldn’t have told me there was zucchini in those, because now I won’t like them.” Well, let’s just say that after he tried one, he had another and then another. I actually had to hide a stash to save for my husband and one of my other kids. Although these savory pancakes can be eaten at room temperature, I prefer them warm.

I am currently obsessed with trying the recipes in An Edible Mosaic. Over the next several weeks, I’ll be sharing two more recipes from Faith’s upcoming cookbook, although I can tell you that I will be making many other recipes. This past weekend, I assembled my first Maza Platter for a church picnic and included Faith’s suggestions – Eggplant Dip (Mutabbal Batinjan), Bell Pepper Walnut Dip (Muhammara), Yogurt Cheese (Labneh) and Colorful Cabbage Salad with Lemony Mint Salad Dressing (Salatit Malfoof). I was hoping to include Beet Salad with Tahini Dressing, which I made the other night (so simple to make and incredibly good), but ran out of time. The Maza Platter was a hit, with the Bell Pepper Walnut Dip and Eggplant Dip coming out on top as the favorites.

Maza Platter

Maza Platter

Give these Zucchini Fritters a try – you won’t be disappointed. For my next Maza Platter, I will be including a batch of these.

An Edible Mosaic is due out November 6, but you can pre-order it now.

Here are the eight other fabulous bloggers participating in the Mid-East Feast. Please pop by and see how their Zucchini Fritters turned out this week.

Brandy – Nutmeg Nanny
Amanda – Fake Ginger
Gina – Running to the Kitchen
Joanne – Eats Well With Others
Heather – Girlichef
Natasha – Five Star Foodie
Megan – What’s Megan Making
Rachel – Baked by Rachel

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Gluten-Free Zucchini Fritters

These are really like savory pancakes to be enjoyed hot, warm or room temperature.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 as part of a maza platter or appetizer

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 medium zucchini grated (I used a food processor)
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed in a mortar and pestle with 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons gluten-free flour mix
  • 1/2 bunch fresh parsley minced
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat; add onion and cook until it starts to soften, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add zucchini and cook until softened and the water has evaporated, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally; add garlic and cook 1 minute more, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly.
  2. Lightly beat together eggs, flour, parsley, and pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in zucchini mixture.
  3. Lightly coat a large cast iron skillet or nonstick skillet with 1 tablespoon oil. Drop batter into hot pan using a small cup (about 2 tablespoons). Fry until set and golden on one side, about 2 minutes; flip and cook until set and golden on the other side, about 1 minute.
  4. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil, and cook the remainder egg mixture in the same way, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.

Recipe Notes

Used with permission from An Edible Mosaic by Faith E. Gorsky

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Comments

  1. Joanne says

    October 16, 2012 at 7:32 am

    I LOVED these fritters! And agree that it’s been so much fun to learn more about Middle Eastern cuisine through faith’s book!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      October 16, 2012 at 10:42 am

      Joanne – weren’t these the best! My kids gobbled them down – I’m going to have to make more again soon. I’ve really been enjoying trying recipes from Faith’s new cookbook and learning more about Middle Eastern spices and all the little tricks and tips. It’s been a lot of fun and I’m looking forward to the next few weeks of trying even more recipes!

      Reply
  2. Faith says

    October 16, 2012 at 9:43 am

    Thank you so, so much for your kind words about my book, Jeanette. I know a simple “thank-you” isn’t enough — your kindness and support means more to me than words can express.

    I love how your son enjoyed these fritters even though he isn’t a fan of zucchini! That is music to my ears. 🙂 And I’m still swooning over your beautiful maza platter!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      October 16, 2012 at 10:45 am

      Faith – I am so impressed with your book – what an incredible undertaking – to learn a new culture and cuisine, and to document all the little details, write all the recipes and photograph all the food! I have been having so much fun trying your recipes and learning my way around the spices and presentations of the food – so fascinating. Can’t wait to try even more of your recipes. You have made Middle Eastern cuisine so accessible for which I am so thankful. It is a cuisine I know so little about, so I can’t wait to delve in even more. Best wishes on the release of your new book!

      Reply
  3. Kristina says

    October 16, 2012 at 10:51 am

    Faith’s cookbook sounds incredible! I’ve been trying to play around with more middle eastern spices too, will definitely have try out some of these recipes – especially that eggplant dip, love all things eggplant!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      October 16, 2012 at 11:05 am

      Kristina, if you’re trying to learn more about Middle Eastern cuisine, I would highly recommend Faith’s new cookbook. She covers ingredients, techniques, tips and tricks that are so helpful, not to mention lots of great recipes. I’ve been trying lots of the recipes and everything has been so good!

      Reply
  4. ea-the spicy rd says

    October 16, 2012 at 2:54 pm

    What a gorgeous maza platter & the book sounds divine! I made some zucchini & feta fritters this summer, & my daughter, who previously had turned up her nose at zucchini, devoured them! These fritters look delicious-will try them for sure!

    Reply
  5. Brian @ A Thought For Food says

    October 16, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    This book looks fantastic! And this recipe… it’s calling my name.

    Reply
  6. Carolyn Jung says

    October 16, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    Just got the book in the mail, too. Can’t wait to start cooking from it. Might just have to start with these dazzling fritters.

    Reply
  7. suzi fichman says

    October 16, 2012 at 6:04 pm

    thank you for sharing this beautiful dish with us!! i am getting the order in early for this book and can’t wait to get rid of the leftovers in the fridge, so i can whip these babies up!!!

    Reply
  8. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says

    October 16, 2012 at 6:13 pm

    Great post Jeanette and your kids always sound like so much fun. I really love how you keep them involved in food and the kitchen!

    Reply
  9. minnie@thelady8home says

    October 16, 2012 at 9:06 pm

    I LOVE Mid East food. It’s delicious. I want to pick one up right now!

    Reply
  10. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

    October 17, 2012 at 7:11 pm

    Faith’s recipes are so drool-worthy! I love the mid-east flavors 🙂

    Reply
  11. 5 Star Foodie says

    October 17, 2012 at 9:12 pm

    The zucchini fritters were delicious 🙂 I love your maza platter – looks fabulous!

    Reply
  12. Carolyn says

    October 18, 2012 at 5:17 am

    I adore zucchini fritters…I have a low carb version of these but I’ve never bothered to write up the recipe. Mostly because I eat up the fritters too quickly! 🙂

    Reply
  13. Matt mmWine Horbund says

    October 18, 2012 at 10:04 am

    What an interesting looking dish! I’m putting it on the must-try list!

    Reply
  14. Joanne @ inspired Taste says

    October 18, 2012 at 8:24 pm

    These look wonderful! So lovely.

    Reply
  15. amanda @ fake ginger says

    October 19, 2012 at 12:05 am

    They look delicious! My kids don’t like zucchini either but they enjoyed these!

    Reply
  16. baker street says

    October 19, 2012 at 7:42 am

    Faith’s cookbook sounds terrific! You’re right – there’s so much more to learn about middle eastern food! These zucchini fritters sound incredible, Jeanette!

    Reply
  17. Jeanette says

    October 19, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    I hope you all check out Faith’s book – it’s coming out in a few weeks. Some great recipes in it and she does a fabulous job explaining all the little tricks to make sure the recipes come out.

    Reply
  18. Lisa | With Style and Grace says

    October 19, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Oh, I must try these!!

    Reply
  19. France @ Beyond The Peel says

    October 20, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    I love Middle Eastern food. Mostly because I love the combination of flavors they use. What a beautiful recipe.

    Reply
  20. Laureen @FoxKitchen says

    October 26, 2012 at 2:43 am

    Yum, I just want to gobble those zucchini fritters up!

    Pinned, shared on Facebook and adding to my MMM Must-Make-Monday series 🙂

    Reply

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