Courgette Fritters

You open your veg box… and there they are — courgettes.

Not sure what to do? This is your answer.

These fritters are:

• Crispy on the outside
• Soft and herby inside
• Ready in about 20 minutes
• Loved by kids and adults alike

Ingredients (serves 2–3)

For the fritters:

• 2 medium courgettes
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp plain flour
• 40g grated cheese (cheddar or parmesan)
• 1 small clove garlic (optional)
• Small handful fresh herbs (mint, parsley, or chives)
• Salt & pepper
• Olive oil for frying

For the lemon yogurt:

• 3 tbsp natural yogurt
• Squeeze of lemon juice
• Pinch of salt
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Method

1. Grate & squeeze
   • Grate the courgettes.
   • Put them in a clean tea towel and squeeze out as much liquid as you can (this is the secret to crisp fritters!).
2. Mix it up
   • In a bowl, combine courgette, egg, flour, cheese, garlic, herbs, salt & pepper.
   • You want a thick, spoonable mixture.
3. Fry
   • Heat a generous glug of olive oil in a frying pan.
   • Spoon in little piles and flatten slightly.
   • Cook 3–4 minutes each side until golden and crispy.
4. Serve
   • Mix yogurt with lemon juice and salt.
   • Serve fritters hot with a dollop on top.

Make it your own

• Add grated carrot or sweetcorn
• Spice it up with chilli flakes
• Top with a fried egg for a proper meal
• Wrap in a flatbread with salad for lunch