Description

Craving a crispy, golden, and delicious meat-free dish? These Flavorful Zucchini Chops are the perfect alternative to traditional meat patties! Made with fresh zucchini, carrot, potato, and breadcrumbs, they offer a satisfying crunch on the outside and a tender, flavorful bite inside. Whether you serve them as a main course, appetizer, or snack, they’re a guaranteed hit!

Ingredients

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For the Zucchini Chops:

4 small zucchinis, grated
1 large carrot, grated
1 medium potato, peeled and grated
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup white breadcrumbs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

For Serving (Optional):

Yogurt or sour cream for dipping
Fresh herbs like parsley or dill for garnish

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables

Grate the zucchini, carrot, and potato using a box grater or food processor.
Squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel.

2. Mix the Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated vegetables with the beaten eggs.
Season with salt and black pepper, then mix well.

3. Shape the Chops

Take a small handful of the mixture and form it into a patty.
Repeat until you have around 8-10 zucchini chops.

4. Coat with Breadcrumbs

Pour the breadcrumbs onto a plate.
Press each zucchini chop into the breadcrumbs, coating evenly.

5. Fry the Chops

Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Place the zucchini chops in the pan, frying for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

6. Serve & Enjoy!

Remove from heat and place on a serving plate.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Notes

For extra crispiness, bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes instead of frying.
Customize the flavor with grated cheese, garlic powder, or fresh herbs.
Make it gluten-free by using almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Pan-Frying
Cuisine: European-inspired