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GREEK Kolokithokeftedes (ZUCCHINI, FETA AND HERB FRITTERS) GLUTEN FREE RECIPE

August 30, 2016 by Helen Tzouganatos 13 Comments

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Zucchini feta fritters were a constant at every Greek barbecue we attended growing up. Kolokithokeftedes are deliciously crisp and packed full of vibrant green herbs and salty cheese so it is no wonder they were so universally appealing and piled high on everyone’s plates. I enjoy them hot and cold for breakfast, lunch, dinner and every snacking occasion in between. They are even great as patties in veggie burgers and kids love them in school lunch boxes.

The combination of my two favourite cheeses – feta and kefalograviera, adds a wonderful salty creamy dimension to these fritters. You can find kefalograviera cheese in European delis and specialty grocers. Serve  with tzatziki and a tomato and cucumber village salad for a traditional Greek vegetarian lunch. Kali Orexi!

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GREEK Kolokithokeftedes (Zucchini, FETA AND HERB FRITTERS) GLUTEN FREE
Serves: Makes about 15 fritters
 
Ingredients
  • 4 large zucchini, grated
  • 3 shallots, finely sliced
  • 100g feta, crumbed
  • 100g kefalograviera cheese, grated
  • 1 egg, lightly whisked
  • 3 tbs parsley, finely chopped
  • 3 tbs mint, finely chopped
  • 1 tbs dill, finely chopped
  • 1 cup plain gluten free flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp sea salt flakes
  • Pinch of cracked pepper
  • Olive oil for shallow frying
Instructions
Conventional Method
  1. Place zucchini in a bowl and sprinkle with some sea salt. Set aside for 10 minutes then use your hands to squeeze excess liquid from zucchini.
  2. Combine zuchini, shallots, cheeses, eggs, herbs, flour, baking powder, salt and pepper in a bowl. Place mixture in the fridge for 30 minutes so fritters are easier to roll.
  3. Remove mixture from fridge. If too runny, add some more flour.
  4. Roll into small patties. Dust patties with extra flour for a crispier coating.
  5. Heat oil in frypan over medium heat. Cook patties for two minutes on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towel.
  6. Serve with tzatziki.
Thermomix Method
  1. Chop zucchini in mixing bowl 3 sec/speed 5. Sprinkle with some sea salt. Set aside for 10 minutes then use your hands to squeeze excess liquid from zucchini.
  2. Grate roughly chopped cheese and herbs in bowl 5 sec/speed 7. Add all other ingredients and mix 10 sec/speed 4/reverse mode.
  3. Place mixture in fridge for 30 minutes so fritters are easier to roll.
  4. Remove mixture from fridge. If too runny, add some more flour.
  5. Roll into small patties. Dust patties with extra flour for a crispier coating.
  6. Heat oil in frypan over medium heat. Cook patties for two minutes on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towel.
  7. Serve with tzatziki.
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Comments

  1. Marilyn says

    March 15, 2016 at 7:37 am

    Sounds delish, , but what is kefalograviera cheese and what equivalent is 100 grams to ounces or tablespoons. Thanks

    Reply
    • Helen Tzouganatos says

      March 15, 2016 at 12:09 pm

      Hi Marilyn,

      Kefalograviera is a salty hard Greek cheese that you will find in your local deli. Similar cheeses are Kasseri and Kefalotyri and these can be substituted for each other. 100g is roughly just over 1 cup grated cheese. Good luck!

      Reply
      • Nicole says

        January 6, 2021 at 4:06 am

        Could you bake these instead?

        Reply
        • Helen Tzouganatos says

          January 6, 2021 at 11:57 am

          Yes just spray with olive oil.

          Reply
    • Helen Tzouganatos says

      March 15, 2016 at 12:09 pm

      Hi Marilyn,

      Kefalograviera is a salty hard Greek cheese that you will find in your local deli. Similar cheeses are Kasseri and Kefalotyri and these can be substituted for each other. 100g is roughly just over 1 cup grated cheese. Good luck!

      Reply
  2. Jodes says

    February 13, 2017 at 11:23 am

    these sound DELISH! are they freezer friendly?

    Reply
    • Helen Tzouganatos says

      February 13, 2017 at 12:19 pm

      Yes they are Jodie. Just thaw before cooking.

      Reply
  3. Caroline says

    October 10, 2018 at 10:05 am

    These fritters are absolutely delicious. Thankyou Helen!

    Reply
    • Helen Tzouganatos says

      October 10, 2018 at 6:40 pm

      Caroline I’m so happy you enjoyed my gluten free Greek Kolokithokeftedes recipe. We are obsessed with them too! Helen.xx

      Reply
  4. Roula says

    April 16, 2019 at 9:08 am

    How long will they last in the fridge..

    Thank you..

    Reply
    • Helen Tzouganatos says

      April 16, 2019 at 1:52 pm

      Hi Roula

      Once cooked you could store them in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days. You can also freeze uncooked patties for longer and just thaw prior to cooking.

      Reply
  5. Katrina Friend says

    January 11, 2020 at 5:42 pm

    Hi there, when you say Gluten-Free flour what could you recommend for someone who is also intolerant to additives and preservatives. Most of the Gluten-free flours available in the supermarket are laden with nasties.

    Reply
    • Helen Tzouganatos says

      January 12, 2020 at 5:37 pm

      My favourite brand is Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 plain gluten free flour. If you just want to use a single flour for the fritters instead of a blend you could either use tapioca or besan flour. Enjoy!

      Reply

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