Zucchini Fritters, Low Carb - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    8 ounces zucchini
    2 scallions, diced
    2 large eggs
    1 ounce cream cheese
    2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
    1 garlic clove, minced finely
    1 teaspoon dried basil
    1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
    1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    1/8 teaspoon cayenne powder
    1 tablespoon butter
    1 tablespoon olive oil
Preparation
    Shred or grate zucchini . Using fine sieve, press shredded zucchini against sieve to remove as much moisture as possible. Alternately, squeeze handfuls of shredded zucchini to remove as much moisture as possible.
    In a glass mixing bowl, soften cream cheese for about 15 seconds in the microwave oven. Add the Parmesan cheese & stir. Add one egg, stir vigorously to combine & then add the second egg and stir again.
    To the egg mixture add the zucchini, scallions, garlic, salt, pepper, basil & cayenne. Stir until well combined. The mixture will be a bit \"loose\" because of the egg, but will come together when cooked.
    Heat a well seasoned cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil & butter. Using an ice cream scoop, portion the fritter mixture into the skillet. My pan is large enough for four small fritters at a time. Cover the skillet with a lid and allow to cook for a few minutes, until the bottom is golden brown.
    Gently flip & cover with lid again for a couple of minutes until cooked through. Serve with sour cream.

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