Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters
Ready in about 27 minutes.
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Grated courgette bound with feta and herbs, air fried into crisp, savoury fritters. Squeezing out the moisture is the trick to a crunchy edge, and the air fryer delivers it with barely any oil for a light, moreish bite.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 2 courgettes, grated
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 80g flour
- 50g feta, crumbled
- 2 spring onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp chopped dill
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Spray oil
Method
- 1Toss the grated courgette with salt and leave 10 minutes, then squeeze dry.
- 2Mix with egg, flour, feta, spring onions, dill and baking powder.
- 3Shape into small patties.
- 4Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
- 5Mist with oil and air fry for 11-14 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
- 6Serve with a garlicky yoghurt dip.
Tips for the best results
- Squeeze the courgette really dry or the fritters turn soggy.
- Feta adds salt, so go easy on extra seasoning.
- Keep them small and thin so they cook through and crisp.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer zucchini fritters steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer zucchini fritters?
A typical starting point is 190°C / 375°F for 11-14 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer zucchini fritters ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer zucchini fritters serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.
Can I make them vegan?
Use a flax egg and swap the feta for a plant-based alternative.