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An easy Zucchini Fritters (Pataniscas) Recipe

This vegetarian low-carb gluten-free recipe is great for a brunch or a lighter yet fulfilling dinner, or to take to a picnic with a crisp bottle of rosé

By Jess

Apr 19, 2024

An easy Zucchini Fritters (Pataniscas) Recipe — *Zucchini Fritters Recipe*

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Zucchini or courgette is one of my favourite vegetables and I love all the ways one can find to honour and eat it. And finding this gluten-free low carb yet nutritious and easy recipe was a game changer for me.

I did this recipe by Downshiftology three times now and I love it. By the way, I also love this soup recipe, I have done it every other weekend in 2026. The sweetness of the zucchini and the tanginess of the goat cheese (or feta if you feel it's too strong!) is a superb pairing.

This recipe is great for a brunch or a lighter yet fulfilling dinner, or to take to a picnic with a crisp bottle of rosé.

There are many ways to can dish these fritters: I have eaten it with rice on tomato sauce or with a balsamic glazed tomato salad. I must say it is a good idea to eat it with rice as the recipe is strong and a bit acidic, and the tomato salad was too acidic for a proper balance.

Ingredients for 5-6 generous fritters

1 large zucchini, grated and drained to remove excess water
90-100g of goat cheese in small cubes
1 tablespoon of almond flour or corn starch (have tried both, preferred the corn starch)
1 egg
1/4 of a diced red onion (I used half and it was a bit much)
1 tablespoon of olive oil to fry the fritters
salt and pepper

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I follow Downshiftology's complete recipe for the preparation and cooking. I don't eat yoghurt sauces so I have never tried it, but give it a go if it tickles your fancy!