Savory Zucchini Pancakes

Zucchini is by far one of my favorite vegetables; however a few people consider it to be boring so nobody bothers to do anything creative with it.  During one of my internet trolling sessions I stumbled upon this amazing recipe that turns my favorite vegetable into something spectacular. Naturally, I HAD to try it!  With a few minor tweaks to the original recipe, zucchini cakes have became a frequent guest at my dinner parties as they are a perfect accompaniment to any main course.  These little treats  are really light and fluffy,  I could eat about a dozen in one go.  Preparation is quick and easy, so if you don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen, this is perfect!

Ingredients

• 1 large zucchini
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (Coarse breadcrumbs)
• 1/2 cup  Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Method

• Grate the zucchini and drain out the excess water.  To do this, wrap the grated zucchini is paper towels for a few minutes.   
• In a large bowl combine all the ingredients at once. Using your hands, squish the zucchini into the bread crumbs with the help of the egg.  The spices add a rich flavor and beautiful aroma to the cakes so ensure that they are mixed in well.
• Once you have a sticky dough, scoop a tablespoon full at a time into your hands and form a small patty.  *(You can make them bigger if you wish)
• Fry your cakes in shallow oil over medium heat till they are golden.

I love these cakes with chicken and baked potatoes. When I’m in the mood for a full vegetarian course, I like to serve them with a beautiful stir fry.  Sometimes, I prefer to just eat them on their own with a sweet and sour sauce.  Whatever your taste preference, I’m certain you will enjoy these flavorful little cakes.

Happy cooking!

 

 

Source: http://www.lifesambrosia.com