These air fryer zucchini fritters combine grated zucchini with boiled potato, ginger, mint, spices and red lentil or chickpea flour. Squeezing excess moisture from the zucchini is the key step: it helps the patties hold their shape and brown more evenly in the air fryer.
The fritters are air fried in a single layer, flipped near the end, then rested for a few minutes so they firm up before serving.
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Ingredients
- Grated zucchini
- Boiled potatoes
- Fresh mint
- Ginger
- Paprika
- Cumin powder
- Salt
- Red lentil flour for air frying / or chickpea flour if making on a pan.
- Olive oil or spray oil (for air frying)
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How to make air fryer zucchini fritters? (recipe video)
Step-by-Step Photos for zucchini fritter recipe
- Grate & Prep - Shred zucchini using the large holes of a box grater. Squeeze out excess moisture using a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel.
- Mix the Base - In a large mixing bowl, combine grated zucchini with mashed boiled potatoes.
Add Flavors - Add ginger, mint, cumin powder, paprika, and salt.
Bind It Up - Mix in red lentil flour to form a thick batter. The mixture should hold shape but not be runny.
Shape Fritters - Form into round patties using slightly wet hands or an ice cream scoop.
Air Fry - Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket lined with parchment paper. Spray oil on top. Cook at 180°C for 20-25 minutes, flipping at the 20-minute mark.
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Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters Recipe
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Grater / food processor
Ingredients
- 3 cups grated zucchini squeezed to remove excess water
- 1½ cups boiled potatoes mashed or grated
- 1 tablespoon dried mint
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup red lentil flour or chickpea flour
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Grate zucchini.
- In a large bowl, combine zucchini, mashed potatoes, ginger, mint, and spices.
- Add red lentil flour and mix well to form a thick batter.
- Shape into round patties using an ice cream scoop or hands.
- Arrange fritters in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Line with parchment paper if needed.
- Spray lightly with olive oil.
- Air fry at 180°C (356°F) for 20-25 minutes. Flip carefully after 20 minutes for best results.
- Let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. They firm up as they cool.
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Variations & Substitutions
- Add-ins: Chopped green onions, fresh dill, or grated red onion for extra flavor.
- Cheesy twist: Mix in a spoonful of parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast.
- Low-carb: Substitute chickpea flour with almond flour or oat flour.
- Extra veggies: Add grated bell peppers or carrot for colorful zucchini cakes.
- Flour: Use rice flour or all-purpose flour instead of chickpea flour.
- Potato: Replace with cooked quinoa for a lighter, low-starch version.
- Flax eggs: For additional binding, add 1 tablespoon ground flax mixed with 3 tablespoon warm water.
FAQs
Too much moisture in zucchini can make fritters soggy. Always squeeze out excess water with a paper towel or cloth.
Yes, you can freeze shaped uncooked patties. Air fry directly from frozen for a few extra minutes.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for 4-5 minutes at 160°C.
Absolutely. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment and bake at 200°C until crispy.
Conclusion: Serve the zucchini fritters after a short rest so the centres have time to firm up. They work well with tzatziki, vegan sour cream, ketchup or another dip.
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