Just like hash browns, but with fewer carbs, these delicious zucchini pancakes are the perfect side dish to grilled chicken or steak.

Zucchini Pancakes

My garden is always full of zucchini this time of year. One of the best ways to use them is to make these easy zucchini pancakes. The batter is easy to whip up and comes together in minutes. Some of my other favorite zucchini recipes are delicious zucchini waffles, zucchini and feta fritters, and crustless zucchini pie.

Ingredients for Zucchini Pancakes

• zucchini: Measure out 2 cups of grated zucchini from about 2 medium zucchini.
• Shallots: Finely chop two shallots.
• Herbs: Finely chop fresh parsley and chives.
• Egg: You need two large eggs.
• cheese: Use a quarter cup of grated Parmesan.
• flour: Use six to eight tablespoons of whole wheat flour.

How to Make Zucchini Pancakes

1. grate the zucchini Use the large holes of a cheese grater to squeeze out excess liquid. Put it into a large bowl.
2. To make the pancake batter: Combine flour, shallots, garlic, herbs, eggs, cheese, salt and pepper with zucchini. If the batter is too wet, add more flour, a tablespoon at a time.
3. To cook the pancakes: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray with oil. Spoon the batter into the pan and fry for about two minutes per side, until golden brown. Set aside and repeat process with remaining batter.

Why are my zucchini fritters falling apart?

Here are some tips for making sure your delicious zucchini pancakes stick together.

• excess fluid: Zucchini is 95 percent water, so it’s crucial to squeeze out the excess liquid before making these fritters. If the batter seems too wet and not thick enough, add more flour.
• not hot enough: If your skillet is not hot enough, the pancakes may stick to the pan. Before adding the batter to the skillet, make sure the pan is heated to medium heat and sprayed with oil to prevent sticking.

Variety

• zucchini: Use yellow squash instead of zucchini. If zucchini isn’t in season, try these cauliflower fritters.
• flour: Use white whole wheat or all-purpose flour instead.
• Gluten-Free Zucchini Pancakes: Swap the wheat flour for a gluten-free flour, such as Cup4Cup.
• Shallots: Sub red onions.
• Herbs: Swap one of the herbs for fresh basil, dill or tarragon.
• cheese: Shred the cheddar cheese and substitute Parmesan, or omit the cheese if you are allergic.

What to Serve with Zucchini Pancakes

These healthy zucchini pancakes are the perfect summer side dish. They are great with grilled fish, chicken and steak. For other side dishes, try grilled corn salad, watermelon feta salad, or vegetable kebabs.

How to Store Zucchini Pancakes

Zucchini fritters will keep for up to four days in the refrigerator. To reheat them, warm them up in a frying pan or pop them in the toaster. You can also freeze them for up to three months.

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