Golden & Savory Zucchini Pancakes: An Easy & Delicious Recipe
How to Make Zucchini Pancakes, Simple Zucchini Recipe, Korean Zucchini Dishes
Zucchini is a versatile vegetable, perfect for stews, stir-fries, and especially for making these delightful zucchini pancakes! Coated in flour and egg, they fry up to a beautiful golden-brown, offering a wonderfully satisfying taste and texture. The best part? They’re incredibly simple to make! Let’s get started with this easy recipe.
Main Ingredients- 1 medium zucchini (about 300-400g)
- 0.5 Tbsp coarse salt (for seasoning)
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour or pancake mix
- 3 large eggs
- Vegetable oil, for frying (generous amount)
- 1 red chili pepper (optional, for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Prepare and slice the zucchini: First, wash the zucchini thoroughly under running water and pat it dry. Trim off both ends, then slice it into uniform rounds about 3-4mm thick. Slicing them too thinly can cause them to burn easily, while slices that are too thick might not cook through. Aim for consistent thickness.
Step 2
2. Season the zucchini: Arrange the sliced zucchini on a cutting board or a large plate. Sprinkle the coarse salt evenly over the slices. This step helps draw out excess moisture, making the zucchini firmer and allowing it to absorb seasoning better. Let it sit for about 5 to 10 minutes to season.
Step 3
3. Coat with flour: Place the 3 tablespoons of flour (or pancake mix) into a clean resealable plastic bag. Add the seasoned zucchini slices to the bag. Close the bag securely and gently shake it to ensure each slice is evenly coated with flour.
Step 4
4. Prepare and coat with egg: Crack the 3 eggs into a bowl and whisk them well. Try not to create too much foam. For a smoother texture, you can strain the whisked egg through a fine-mesh sieve. Dip the flour-coated zucchini slices into the whisked egg, ensuring each piece is well-covered.
Step 5
5. Prepare the red chili (optional): If you’d like to add a touch of color, finely mince the red chili pepper after removing the stem and seeds. This will be used as a garnish on top of the pancakes.
Step 6
6. Pan-fry the pancakes: Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil (about 3-4 tablespoons) in a frying pan over medium heat. On an induction cooktop, this would be around setting 4-5. Once the pan is hot, carefully place the egg-coated zucchini slices onto the pan, making sure not to overcrowd it.
Step 7
7. Add chili and flip (optional): Immediately after placing the zucchini on the pan, sprinkle the minced red chili over the slices for decoration. Once one side is golden brown and cooked through, carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula. Cook the other side until it’s also golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat as needed to ensure even cooking.
Step 8
And there you have it! Perfectly round, golden-brown zucchini pancakes, ready to enjoy. They’re incredibly easy to make and offer a delightful taste and texture that both children and adults will love. Enjoy these delicious zucchini pancakes!
