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Zucchini Parmesan Latkes ๐ฅ๐ง
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: 24 pancakes
- Calories: 37.8 per pancake
- Recipe Category: Potato
- Keywords: Vegetable, European, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Hanukkah, < 30 Mins
Description:
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Zucchini Parmesan Latkes! This recipe, inspired by “Jewish Cooking in America,” promises a light, crispy texture with a creamy taste, perfect for pairing with sour cream or applesauce. Ideal for Hanukkah celebrations or any occasion, these latkes offer a delectable twist on tradition.
Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1/2 large russet potato
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 1 scallion
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons matzo meal
- 2 large eggs
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Begin by grating the zucchinis and potatoes, ensuring they are of similar sizes for even cooking.
- To prevent browning, toss the grated zucchini and potato in freshly squeezed lemon juice.
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Remove Moisture:
- The key to achieving crispy latkes is to remove excess moisture from the vegetables.
- Squeeze the zucchini and potatoes through towels or a sieve, ensuring to extract as much moisture as possible. ๐งฝ๐ง
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini and potatoes.
- Add finely chopped scallions, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, half of the chopped parsley, salt, pepper, sugar, matzo meal, and eggs.
- Thoroughly toss the ingredients until well mixed, ensuring an even distribution of flavors. ๐ฅ๐ฅ
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Fry Latkes:
- Heat a generous amount of peanut oil (about 1/2 inch deep) in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully drop spoonfuls of the zucchini-potato mixture into the pan, shaping them into thin silver dollar-size pancakes.
- Fry the latkes until they turn golden brown and develop a crispy exterior, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. ๐ณ๐ฅ
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Serve:
- As you remove the latkes from the pan, place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
- Before serving, sprinkle the latkes with a pinch of salt and the remaining chopped parsley for an extra burst of flavor.
- Enjoy these Zucchini Parmesan Latkes hot and crispy, accompanied by your favorite dipping sauce or topping, such as sour cream or applesauce. ๐ฝ๏ธ๐
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 37.8
- Total Fat: 1.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 17.3mg
- Sodium: 140.5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 5.2g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 1.2g
- Protein: 2.2g
Indulge in the crispy goodness of these Zucchini Parmesan Latkes, perfect for Hanukkah or any occasion where you crave a flavorful and comforting treat. With their creamy interior and golden brown exterior, these latkes are sure to become a family favorite! ๐๐