Shrimp Ricotta Zoodle Fritters (Print Version)

Shrimp, ricotta, and zoodles form crispy fritters ideal for light meals or appetizers.

# Components:

→ Seafood & Dairy

01 - 7 oz raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped
02 - 5.3 oz ricotta cheese
03 - 1 large egg

→ Vegetables

04 - 2 medium zucchini, spiralized into zoodles (about 2 cups)
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
06 - 1 small garlic clove, minced

→ Binders & Seasonings

07 - 3 tablespoons almond flour or gluten-free flour
08 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
13 - Zest of 1/2 lemon

→ For Frying

14 - 3 tablespoons olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Place spiralized zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and allow to rest for 10 minutes to extract excess liquid. Squeeze out moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, ricotta, egg, spring onions, garlic, almond flour, Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest. Add the drained zucchini zoodles and stir until evenly incorporated.
03 - Warm olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
04 - Portion approximately 2 tablespoons of batter for each fritter into the skillet, flatten gently. Sauté in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and thoroughly cooked.
05 - Transfer fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy way to use up garden zucchini or leftover ricotta
  • Works for gluten free, low carb, and pescatarian diets
  • Quick enough for a weeknight but special enough for company
  • No deep frying mess thanks to skillet cooking
02 -
  • High in protein and low in carbs
  • Kid friendly and easy to adapt for allergies
  • Makes excellent leftovers for lunch or snacks
03 -
  • Chilling the batter for fifteen minutes before frying makes for firmer fritters and less spreading in the pan
  • Use a nonstick skillet for the cleanest flip and most even browning
  • Go for larger wild caught shrimp as they stay tender when chopped and cooked
  • Adding a pinch more lemon zest right before serving wakes up all the flavors
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