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Golden brown fried zucchini cakes with a sliced lemon for drizzling.

Fried Zucchini Cakes

Nate Ascher
Fried zucchini cakes are the absolutely ideal snack, side dish, or appetizer for your next summer meal.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Course Appetizers
Servings 6
Calories 76 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small zucchini
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup of shredded parmesan cheese
  • The juice from half a lemon about 1 tbsp
  • The zest of half a lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Shred zucchini using a box grater.
  • Squeeze out as much liquid as possible using your hands. Alternatively, you can ring out the water using a clean towel.
  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir well.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat with a tablespoon of oil.
  • Form the zucchini mixture into small patties before adding to the skillet—Cook for 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

Notes

  • Squeeze the excess water out of the zucchini. Zucchini has a high concentration of water which will become very apparent if you don't get it out before cooking.
  • Heat and oil are your friends. We are looking for a crispy golden crust before flipping. If you flip it too early, you miss out on that golden opportunity!
  • Make these fried zucchini cakes gluten-free by substituting breadcrumbs for arrowroot powder.
  • Use plenty of salt. Without any scientific evidence to back this up, I believe the salt actually helps the crust to develop into a thick, crispy crust. Or maybe it just helps pull out any extra moisture? Either way, don't forget the salt!

    • Nutrition

    Serving: 1ozCalories: 76kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 176mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g
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