Classic Courgette Fritters

Ingredients

• 3 large courgettes, coarsely grated (about 500g)
• 1 tsp salt, for drawing out moisture
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup self-raising flour
• 100g feta, crumbled
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint or parsley
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Oil, for frying

Method

1. 1.Toss the grated courgette with the salt in a colander and leave for 10 minutes, then squeeze out as much liquid as you can with your hands or a clean tea towel. This step matters more than any other in the recipe; skip it and the fritters turn out soggy and fall apart in the pan.
2. 2.In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, then stir in the flour until just combined.
3. 3.Fold through the squeezed courgette, feta and herbs. Season with pepper.
4. 4.Heat a good glug of oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Drop in spoonfuls of the mixture, flatten slightly with the back of the spoon, and cook for 2-3 minutes a side until golden and cooked through in the middle.
5. 5.Drain on paper towels and serve warm with yoghurt or sweet chilli sauce.