Golden Zucchini Patties: A Crispy Veggie Delight!
Zucchini Cutlets Recipe 🥒
Description: Zucchini Cutlets offer a delightful departure from the ordinary, providing a fresh take on a side dish, perfect for those seeking an alternative to traditional potato offerings. This recipe, adapted from Dreana Ratcliffe in the Kootenay Country Kitchens cookbook, promises a burst of flavors that’s sure to please.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks 🍽️
Keywords: Vegetable, Canadian, Kid Friendly, Spicy, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Inexpensive 💡
Preparation Time: 20 minutes ⏲️
Cooking Time: 20 minutes ⏲️
Total Time: 40 minutes ⏲️
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Zucchini |
| 1/2 | Green onion |
| 1/2 | Carrot |
| 1/2 | Green bell pepper |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 2 | All-purpose flour |
| 2 | Baking powder |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 | Salt |
| 3/4 | Pepper |
| 1/8 | Spicy seasoning |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 111.9
- Fat Content: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 46.5mg
- Sodium Content: 406.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 3.7g
- Protein Content: 3.9g
Servings: 8-10 cutlets 🍽️
Recipe Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients: grated zucchini, finely chopped green onion, grated carrot, diced green bell pepper, minced garlic, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and spicy seasoning. Ensure thorough mixing for uniform flavor distribution.
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Stir in the eggs, incorporating them evenly into the zucchini mixture. This helps bind the ingredients together, forming cohesive patties.
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With clean hands, shape the mixture into round patties, ensuring they are of uniform size for consistent cooking.
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Heat a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Add a small amount of cooking oil or butter to prevent sticking.
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Carefully place the zucchini patties in the preheated frying pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded to facilitate even cooking.
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Cook the patties for approximately 10 minutes on each side or until they develop a golden brown crust, flipping them gently with a spatula to ensure even browning.
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Once cooked to perfection, transfer the zucchini cutlets to a serving platter, ready to be enjoyed hot or at room temperature.
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Serve these delectable Zucchini Cutlets as a delightful side dish or a satisfying snack, perfect for any occasion.
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Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days, reheating them gently in a skillet or oven to maintain their crispy texture.
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Enjoy the wholesome flavors and nutritious goodness of these Zucchini Cutlets with your loved ones, savoring each bite of this culinary delight!
Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures as you embark on a culinary journey with these irresistible Zucchini Cutlets. Bursting with freshness and brimming with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a testament to the creativity and versatility of zucchini in the kitchen. Whether served as a side dish, snack, or appetizer, these cutlets are bound to captivate your taste buds and leave you craving for more!
