Antinaxtes with Lemon and Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis, grated (about 2 cups / 240g) 2 medium zucchinis, grated (about 2 cups / 240g)
• 200g feta cheese, crumbled 200g feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 2 green onions, finely chopped 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60g) 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60g)
• 2 large eggs, beaten 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying Vegetable oil for frying

Nutrition

• Calories: 280 kcal / 1170 KJ
• Fat: 18g (Saturated Fat: 9g)
• Carbohydrates: 19g (Sugar: 4g)
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Place the grated zucchini in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Squeeze out any remaining liquid from the zucchini.
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, crumbled feta cheese, chopped dill, mint, green onions, minced garlic, all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. 3.
   Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
4. 4.
   Take a spoonful of the zucchini mixture and drop it into the hot oil, shaping it into a small fritter. Repeat with more spoonfuls, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
5. 5.
   Fry the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
6. 6.
   Repeat the frying process with the remaining zucchini mixture.
7. 7.
   Serve the Antinaxtes warm with the lemon and garlic sauce on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Zucchini — Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the grated zucchini to prevent the fritters from becoming soggy.
• Feta cheese — Use a good quality feta cheese for the best flavor. Crumble it into small pieces to distribute it evenly throughout the fritters.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra crispiness, you can lightly coat the fritters in breadcrumbs before frying.
• Serve the Antinaxtes with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an added burst of flavor.
• If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, you can reduce the amount of minced garlic in the sauce.

Serving advice

Serve the Antinaxtes as an appetizer or meze alongside the lemon and garlic sauce. They can also be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner when paired with a fresh salad.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Antinaxtes on a platter, garnished with sprigs of fresh dill and mint. Serve the lemon and garlic sauce in a small bowl on the side.