Zucchini Keftedes
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12 pieces
12 pieces
An excellent addition to a Greek meal. These zucchini keftedes are light and full of fresh flavours prepared with feta and fresh dill. Can be a great appetizer or side dish served warm or at room temperature.
Original from Bon Appétit
Ingredients
1 1/3 lbs zucchini, grated
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup green onions, thinly chopped
4 tbsp fresh mint
3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
2 garlic gloves, minced
1 tsp lemon rind
1 cup panko
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel zucchini and grate
- Spread zucchini onto paper towels to soak up moisture, about 30 minutes.
- Line baking sheet with parchment or foil
- Squeeze as much liquid as possible from the grated zucchini and place in a mixing bowl
- Add green onions, dill, garlic, lemon rind and pepper and mix
- Add panko, egg then feta and gently mix
- Take approximately 2 tablespoons of the mixture to create a small patty approximately 2 inches in diameter. You should be able to yield 12 patties
- Place on lined baking tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour
- Pour oil into large skillet to about ¼ inch deep
- Over medium-high heat add 3-4 patties and cook until golden and cooked through. Repeat until all patties cooked and place on paper towel briefly
- Place on platter and serve with plain yogurt garnished with fresh dill.
- Enjoy!
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