The Best Zucchini Fritters Ever

Ingredients

• cup sall-purpose flour
• large zucchini, finely chopped
• small onion, chopped
• cup2% milk
• large eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, or to taste
• pinch dried parsley
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup vegetable shortening

Instructions

1. Combine flour, zucchini, onion, milk, beaten eggs, and Romano cheese in a large bowl; season with garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine
2. Heat about 1 tablespoon shortening in a large skillet over medium heat. Drop ¼ cupfuls of batter into the skillet, in batches; flatten slightly with back of a spatula. Cook until centers appear dry. Flip; continue cooking until other side golden brown. Transfer to a plate; cover to keep warm. Add more shortening to the skillet as needed; repeat with remaining batter.