Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

Grate zucchini using a food processor with a grating attachment or with a boxed grater.

Step 3

Lay zucchini out in a flat layer and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.

Step 4

Strain excess moisture from zucchini using a cheesecloth or a thin dish towel. You will end up with about 1 cup of grated zucchini and 1 cup of strained liquid.

Step 5

In a large bowl combine grated zucchini, flour, cheese, egg, garlic, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Form 8 equally-sized balls that are each about 2-3 tablespoons each.

Step 7

In a large cast iron skillet over medium heat add 1 tablespoon oil and 4 balls. Smash zucchini balls with the back of a spatula and spread out to about 2 ½ - 3 inches in diameter and about ½-inch thick.*

Step 8

Sear zucchini fritters for 2-3 minutes per side or until browned. Remove from skillet. Repeat with remaining four zucchini balls.

Step 9

Place all zucchini fritters back into the skillet and bake in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes.

Step 10

Serve zucchini fritters with sour cream and enjoy!