Description
Mediterranean comfort meets rustic charm in these crispy zucchini and potato patties, blending simple ingredients into a golden-brown delight. Hearty and satisfying, these patties invite you to savor a taste of homemade goodness with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 medium potatoes
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
Cooking Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Grate zucchini and potatoes using a box grater to create uniform, fine shreds that ensure consistent cooking and texture.
- Salt the grated vegetables and allow them to rest for 10 minutes to extract excess moisture, then firmly squeeze out liquid using a clean kitchen towel.
- Mince green onions, garlic, and parsley to distribute intense aromatic flavors throughout the patty mixture.
- Blend drained vegetable shreds with chopped herbs, eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl, thoroughly incorporating all ingredients.
- Preheat a large skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until the surface shimmers and becomes hot.
- Shape vegetable mixture into compact patties using approximately 1/4 cup portions, applying gentle pressure to help them maintain structural integrity.
- Carefully place patties into the hot skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a golden-brown crust with crispy edges.
- Remove patties and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb residual oil, preserving their crispness.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh parsley and accompanying with yogurt or sour cream for added richness.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Squeeze out excess liquid from zucchini and potatoes thoroughly to prevent soggy patties that fall apart during cooking.
- Binding Techniques: Add an extra egg or sprinkle more flour if the mixture seems too loose, ensuring patties hold their shape perfectly.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or chickpea flour for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Flavor Boosting: Experiment with additional herbs like dill or mint, or incorporate grated cheese for enhanced taste and texture complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg