Zucchini Cakes

Zucchini Cakes

Zucchini Cakes

Literally just threw these together on a whim. Dad gave me a zucchini from the garden and I had to make something with it before it ended up in the compost. We were pretty pleased with the outcome.

Zucchini Cakes

Equipment

  • 1 frying pan
  • 1 food grater

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Zucchini, shredded
  • 1 each Egg
  • ½ cup Plain Bread Crumbs
  • cup Grated Romano or Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Marjoram
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable Oil (for frying)

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 inch of oil in a frying pan over medium heat
  • Combine all of the ingredients together in a bowl
  • Scoop approximately 1 to 1½ tablespoons of the mix and round into balls before placing in the heat oil
  • Gently press down on the ball until flattened and about 1 inch thick
  • Fry for 1½ to 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Do not turn too soon or the cake may fall apart.
  • Remove from oil and place on a towel line plate to absorb the excess oil before serving.