Zucchini and maple fritters

Perfect hot or cold, these will please all ages!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of zucchini, grated
• ½ cup of flour
• 1 large egg, mixed in a bowl
• Salt and pepper
• 1 tbsp of maple syrup
• ¼ cup of green onions, cut into small rounds
• 1 ½ tbsp of olive oil

Instructions:

1. Place your zucchini in a strainer over a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 15 minutes. With your hands, squeeze them to remove excess water.
2. Mix the zucchini with flour, eggs, green onions, salt, pepper, and maple syrup in a large bowl.
3. Cover a plate with paper towels.
4. Heat the oil in a pan on medium heat. Place about 3 tbsp into the oil and push down to create the desired shape. Fry each fritter for 3 minutes on the first side and 2 minutes on the other. Once golden, place them on the prepared paper towels and salt.
5. Enjoy!