Old-Fashioned Italian Zucchini Fritters

Ingredients

• 6 eggs
• 3 zucchinis , shredded
• 1 zucchini , diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cups chopped fresh basil
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl with a wire whisk until smooth. Stir in the shredded and diced zucchini, then season with salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and basil. Add the flour a little at a time, stirring between additions until no dry lumps remain.

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

3. 3

   Drop the batter into the hot oil by the spoonful a few at a time making sure not to overcrowd the oil. Cook until the fritters are golden brown on each side, about 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate before serving.