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zucchini latkes (sallye)

(1 rating)
Recipe by
sallye bates
Austin, TX

Everybody I know loves Latkes, just about any version you can imagine. This is one of my favorites.

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 35 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For zucchini latkes (sallye)

  • 1 md
    zucchini
  • 1 md
    yellow crooked neck squash
  • 1/2 md
    white onion
  • 1 c
    flour
  • 2 lg
    eggs
  • 1/2 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1 c
    milk
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 tsp
    ground black or white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil or butter

How To Make zucchini latkes (sallye)

  • 1
    (1) Cut zucchini and yellow squash into julienne strips. Set aside. (2) Thinly slice onion and set aside (3) Whisk eggs until frothy and set aside
  • 2
    Lightly spray heavy skillet and place over medium heat. Add onions and saute until soft but not brown.
  • 3
    Add zucchini and yellow squash to onions, and continue cooking for about 3 to 4 minutes until squash is softened. Set aside to cool.
  • 4
    (1) Sift dry ingredients together into a medium mixing bowl. (2) Add beaten eggs, milk and seasonings. (3) Let rest for 30 minutes
  • 5
    Add egg/flour mixture to vegetables, and stir with wooden spoon just enough to blend.
  • 6
    Place a clean heavy skillet on medium heat, and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  • 7
    When oil is shimmering, drop portions 1/3 to 1/2 cup latke mixture(depending on how large you want them) into skillet and press down with the bottom of a glass.
  • 8
    Fry until toasty brown on both sides. Best served immediately.
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