Zucchini Fritters with Yoghurt

Ingredients

• 500gcourgettes (about 3 medium)
• 1 tspsalt
• 2eggs
• 60gplain flour
• 50gfeta, crumbled
• 2 tbspfresh mint, chopped
• 2 tbspchives, chopped
• oilfor frying

Method

1. 1Grate the courgettes, toss with salt and leave in a colander for 15 minutes. Squeeze out as much water as possible — this step is essential.
2. 2Beat the eggs, add flour, feta, mint and chives. Fold in the squeezed courgette.
3. 3Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Drop heaped tablespoons of the mixture and flatten slightly.
4. 4Cook 3 minutes per side until golden. Keep warm in a low oven while you cook the rest.
5. 5Serve with yoghurt and a squeeze of lemon.

Tips

• The more water you squeeze out, the crispier the fritters. Do not rush this step.