Best 4 Contest Winning Zucchini Pancakes Recipes

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In the quest for culinary excellence, zucchini pancakes have emerged as a formidable contender, captivating taste buds and hearts alike. Whether you're an aspiring chef seeking recognition or a home cook yearning for a delectable treat, mastering the art of creating contest-winning zucchini pancakes is a rewarding endeavor. This article will provide you with valuable insights, expert tips, and proven recipes to elevate your zucchini pancake game, transforming them from ordinary to extraordinary.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 24m

Yield 10 (3-inch) pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium zucchini (about 3/4 pound)
2 tablespoons grated red onion
2 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
6 to 8 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Unsalted butter and vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Grate the zucchini into a bowl using the large grating side of a box grater. Immediately stir in the onion and eggs. Stir in 6 tablespoons of the flour, the baking powder, salt, and pepper. (If the batter gets too thin from the liquid in the zucchini, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour.)
  • Heat a large (10 to 12-inch) saute pan over medium heat and melt 1/2 tablespoon butter and 1/2 tablespoon oil together in the pan. When the butter is hot but not smoking, lower the heat to medium-low and drop heaping soup spoons of batter into the pan. Cook the pancakes about 2 minutes on each side, until browned. Place the pancakes on a sheet pan and keep warm in the oven. Wipe out the pan with a dry paper towel, add more butter and oil to the pan, and continue to fry the pancakes until all the batter is used. The pancakes can stay warm in the oven for up to 30 minutes. Serve hot.

CONTEST-WINNING ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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In place of potato pancakes, try these cute rounds that are very simple to prepare with on-hand ingredients. Not only are they tasty, they're pretty, too. To eliminate some of the fat, I use a nonstick griddle coated with butter-flavored cooking spray. -Teressa Eastman El Dorado, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 5 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup biscuit/baking mix
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups shredded zucchini
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, cheese, pepper and eggs just until blended. Add the zucchini and mix well. , In a large skillet, melt butter. Drop batter by about 1/3 cupfuls into skillet; press lightly to flatten. Fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MOM'S ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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I am 'Mom' and I have been making these for years. My whole family just loves them. Serve with a small dollop of sour cream. They go fast!

Provided by Suefood

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Fried Zucchini Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups grated zucchini
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch dried oregano
¼ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Blot grated zucchini with paper towels to remove moisture. Stir zucchini, eggs, and onion in a large bowl. Mix flour, Parmesan cheese, baking powder, salt, and oregano in a separate bowl; stir mixture into zucchini until batter is just moistened.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drop rounded spoonfuls of zucchini batter into hot oil; pan fry until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain pancakes on a paper towel-lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 77.9 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 375.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

OLD JERUSALEM ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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Provided by Joan Nathan

Time 1h

Yield 20 patties

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 zucchini (3 pounds)
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 onion, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped dill
2 large eggs
1/2 cup matzoh meal
1 tablespoon vegetable oil and oil for frying

Steps:

  • Grate the unpeeled zucchini, place over a strainer, sprinkle with salt and drain for a half-hour. Squeeze to remove remaining liquid.
  • In a mixing bowl, place the zucchini, salt and pepper, onion, parsley, dill, eggs, matzoh meal and 1 tablespoon oil. Form into small patties.
  • In a heated skillet, pour a thin layer of vegetable oil. When sizzling, fry the pancakes for a few minutes on each side. Drain and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 131, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 643 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Grate the zucchini: Grating the zucchini helps release its moisture, which makes the pancakes tender.
  • Add salt to the grated zucchini: Salting the zucchini draws out even more moisture, which helps prevent the pancakes from becoming soggy.
  • Squeeze the grated zucchini: Squeezing the grated zucchini removes excess moisture, which helps the pancakes hold together.
  • Use a nonstick skillet: A nonstick skillet prevents the pancakes from sticking and makes them easy to flip.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat: Cooking the pancakes over medium heat prevents them from burning and ensures that they cook through evenly.
  • Serve the pancakes with your favorite toppings: Zucchini pancakes can be served with a variety of toppings, such as butter, syrup, sour cream, or fruit.

Conclusion:

Zucchini pancakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect zucchini pancakes every time. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, give this recipe a try!

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