Parmigiana di zucchine

Fried zucchini flowers, a typical snack of Southern Italian summer

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ZUCCHINI FRITTERS

1 ½ pounds zucchini, grated (about 3 cups)

1 teaspoon salt

¼ cup all-purpose flour

¼ cup grated Parmesan

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large egg

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

Place grated zucchini in a colander over the sink. Add 1 teaspoon salt and gently toss to combine; let sit for 10 minutes. Using a clean dish towel or cheese cloth, drain zucchini completely.

In a large bowl, combine zucchini, flour, Parmesan, garlic and egg; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Working in batches, scoop 3-4 tablespoons of batter for each fritter, flattening with a spatula, and cook until the underside is nicely golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side, about 1-2 minutes longer.

Serve immediately.