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Zucchini-Cornbread Fritters

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Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
Margaret Knoebel

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Marietta Slater, Justin, Texas

Tested by Margaret Knoebel

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Updated on Jul. 20, 2023

More than 40 years ago, a friend gave me this basic recipe, but over time I have adjusted the ingredients for my family's taste. I pan-fry these fritters so they don't get too greasy, but you can deep-fry them if you'd like. —Marietta Slater, Justin, Texas

Test Kitchen Approved

Zucchini-Cornbread Fritters

Contest Winner
1 review
Prep Time 10 min
Cook Time 15 min
Yield 2 dozen

Ingredients

  • 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • Oil for deep-fat frying
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Directions

  1. In a large bowl, stir together the first 7 ingredients. In a deep-fat fryer or skillet, heat 2 in. oil to 375°. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls into skillet. Fry 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; keep warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 fritter: 102 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

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Margaret Knoebel
Margaret is a culinary assistant at Taste Recipes, where she prepares recipes for the photo studio and creates cooking videos. She tests the recipe contest submissions for Taste Recipes, so if you submit recipes often, Margaret knows your name and loves to read about how you created each dish! She’s an alumna of the Culinary Institute of America...
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