Best Carrot Zucchini And Leek Fritters Recipes

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CARROT ZUCCHINI FRITTERS



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I'm always looking for flavorful recipes that increase my veggie intake without being saturated in cheese or cream sauces. This one fills the bill. The crispy fritters are delicious and fun to eat with or without the dipping sauces. -Laura Mize Waco, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen fritters, 2/3 cup basil sauce and 1-1/2 cups horseradish sauce.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2/3 cup plus 1/2 cup sour cream, divided
2/3 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup horseradish sauce
FRITTERS:
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 medium zucchini, shredded and squeezed dry (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 large carrot, shredded
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a blender, place 2/3 cup sour cream, basil, lemon juice, salt and pepper; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a small bowl. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, horseradish sauce and remaining sour cream. Cover and refrigerate for both sauces., Place onion and butter in a microwave-safe dish. Cover; microwave on high until onion is tender. Add the egg, zucchini and carrot. In a small bowl, combine the flour, cheese, cornmeal, salt and pepper; stir in vegetable mixture just until combined., In an electric skillet, heat 2 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts :

BAKED ZUCCHINI CARROT FRITTERS



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This can be dropped by spoonfuls and fried in the traditional manner, but baking makes this much lower in fat.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Onions

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 3/4 cups grated zucchini
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups grated carrots
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup flour
1 tablespoon dill
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon chopped tarragon
salt, pepper to taste
1 teaspoon oil
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Mix zucchini and 1/2 tsp salt.
  • Let it sit 15 minutes, drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray a 13x9-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Heat butter in a saute pan.
  • Add carrots,onions and garlic, saute 10 minutes, remove from heat.
  • Add zucchini, parmesan, flour, eggs, herbs salt and pepper.
  • Spread in greased pan and bake 25 minutes.
  • Remove and brush top with oil.
  • Place under broiler and cook until lightly browned.
  • Cut into squares or use a cookie cutter to cut into rounds.
  • Serve with extra butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.2, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 110.5, Sodium 420.5, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 8.2

CARROT, ZUCCHINI, AND LEEK FRITTERS



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In this fanciful riff on traditional potato latkes, bundles made of carrots, zucchini, and leeks are bound together with potato starch and fried to crispy perfection. Compliment their crunchy texture by serving them with a couple of easy dipping sauces like Zesty Tomato and Curried-Sour-Cream.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield Makes about 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium zucchini (10 ounces), coarsely grated or finely julienned (2 3/4 cups)
Kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal) and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil, such as safflower, plus more for frying
1 large leek, white and light-green parts only, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise, and thoroughly washed and drained (1 1/4 cups)
2 medium carrots (6 ounces), peeled and coarsely grated or finely julienned (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup potato starch
1 large egg, beaten
Flaky sea salt, such as Jacobsen
Zesty Tomato and Curried-Sour-Cream Dipping Sauces, for serving

Steps:

  • In a colander, toss zucchini with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Let drain 10 minutes, then squeeze dry. Transfer to a large bowl. Heat oil over medium in a medium heavy-bottomed skillet, such as cast iron. Add leek and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender but no color has developed, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl with zucchini and let cool completely. Stir in carrots, potato starch,1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to combine, then fold in egg.
  • Pour a scant 1/2 inch oil into skillet. Heat over medium until oil shimmers and bubbles form instantly around a breadcrumb dropped in (350°F on a deep-fry thermometer). Working in batches, form mixture into golf-ball-size rounds; carefully drop into oil and flatten slightly.
  • Fry, flipping once and adjusting heat as needed to maintain a level temperature, until crisp and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet, then sprinkle with flaky salt; keep warm in a preheated 200°F oven while frying the rest. Serve warm, with dipping sauces.

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