Chickpea Fritters With Zucchini And Feta Food

ZUCCHINI FRITTERS WITH FETA AND DILL

Steps:

• Shred the zucchini on the large holes of a box grater or in a food processor fitted with the shredding disk. Transfer the zucchini to a fine mesh strainer and set over a bowl. Toss the zucchini with the salt and let it sit for 10 minutes. Wring all of the excess liquid out of the zucchini with your hands, then set aside.
• Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Mix in the dried zucchini, scallions, dill, feta, garlic and black pepper. Sprinkle the flour (or corn starch) and baking powder over mixture and stir until uniformly incorporated.
• Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Drop 2-tablespoon sized portions into the pan, then use the back of a spoon to gently press the batter into 2-inch-wide fritters. Pan-fry until golden brown on both sides, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate. Add a bit more oil to the pan if necessary, then repeat with the remaining batter. Serve warm or room temperature with lemon wedges.
• Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The cooked fritters can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat them on a cookie sheet in a 200°F oven until heated through.

CHICKPEA FRITTERS WITH ZUCCHINI AND FETA

Steps:

• Process chickpeas, 1/3 cup cilantro, flour, egg, peppers and garlic in food processor until smooth. Transfer to medium bowl. Stir in zucchini and cheese.
• Shape into 12 (2-inch) patties, using about 2-1/2 Tbsp. chickpea mixture for each. Place in single layer on baking sheet. Refrigerate 15 min.
• Meanwhile, chop remaining cilantro; mix with yogurt, cucumbers and lemon zest until blended. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add patties to skillet in batches; flatten slightly. Cook 3 min. on each side or until heated through.
• Serve fritters with the yogurt mixture.

LITTLE FETA AND CHICKPEA FRITTERS WITH HERB SALAD

Steps:

• Process chickpeas, cumin and egg in a food processor until almost smooth.
• Transfer to a small bowl and stir in remaining ingredients,
• then season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
• Form level tablespoonfuls of mixture into 4cm rounds,
• then shallow-fry fritters, in batches, in hot olive oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden;
• drain on absorbent paper.
• Makes about 24 fritters.
• For herb salad, combine herbs and peas in a bowl,
• drizzle with oil and vinegar,
• season to taste and toss gently to combine.
• Divide lettuce leaves among plates and top with warm fritters and herb salad.
• Serve immediately.