zucchini pancakes
Healthy and delicious, these are packed with flavor! It can be served for brunch, a light lunch or as an appetizer.
prep time
5 Hr 10 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Pan Fry
yield
7 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, washed (1 lb)
- 1 teaspoon ground Himalayan pink salt
- 1/3 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large cloves garlic, pressed
- 2 tablespoons red onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon roasted red peppers, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 large free-range eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns)
- 3 - 4 tablespoons olive oil
How To Make zucchini pancakes
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Step 1Cut off only the bottom ends and keep the top (stem) on as a handle while grating the veggies.
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Step 2Using the large holes of a box grater, grate zucchini into a colander sitting over a bowl. Sprinkle on some salt and mix it in. Let it sit for 2 to 5 hours.
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Step 3Later, scoop the zucchini into the middle of a large piece of cheesecloth or muslin. Gather the corners and squeeze the cloth over the bowl until there’s barely any liquid coming out; set aside.
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Step 4In a small bowl, combine flour and baking powder; whisk well and set aside.
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Step 5In a medium bowl, add zucchini, garlic, onions, roasted red peppers, dill, and lemon zest; stir well.
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Step 6Add beaten eggs and cheese and season with freshly ground black pepper; stir. Add half of the flour mixture and mix well before adding the remaining dry ingredients; stir again.
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Step 7Preheat oven to 175º F.
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Step 8In a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add oil just enough to cover the bottom.
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Step 9When it starts shimmering (300ºF), add about 2 Tbsp zucchini batter, leaving 2-inches apart. Flatten the tops with a spatula until about 3-inches wide.
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Step 10Fry until golden, about 2 1/2 to 3 minutes per side.
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Step 11Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil and keep them warm in the preheated oven while frying the others, adding more oil if needed. Makes 7 3-inch pancakes.
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Step 12To view this delicious versatile recipe on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/Y51pVtKUJtc
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