Zucchini and Potato Patties Recipe

These Zucchini and Potato Patties are a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy fresh vegetables. The combination of grated zucchini and potatoes, along with savory onions, sweet carrots, and gooey mozzarella cheese, makes for a satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, side dish, or even a main course.

Ingredients:

Olive oil (for frying)
2 zucchini (about 2 cups grated)
Salt (to taste)
2 potatoes (about 2 cups grated)
1 onion (finely chopped)
1 carrot (about ½ cup grated)
A sprig of parsley (finely chopped)
2 eggs
Black pepper (to taste)
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs (optional, can be gluten-free)
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the Zucchini:

1. Grate the Zucchini: Grate zucchini into a bowl.
2. Salt and Sit: Add salt to the grated zucchini and let it sit for 10 minutes.
3. Squeeze Out Excess Water: Squeeze out excess water from the zucchini.

Prepare the Potatoes:

1. Peel and Grate: Peel and grate the potatoes.
2. Prevent Browning: Place grated potatoes in cold water.
3. Drain and Squeeze: Drain and squeeze out excess water.

Prepare the Vegetables:

1. Chop the Onion: Finely chop the onion.
2. Grate the Carrot: Grate the carrot.
3. Chop the Parsley: Finely chop the parsley.

Combine Ingredients:

1. Mix Everything Together: Combine grated zucchini, potatoes, onion, carrot, and parsley in a bowl.
2. Add Eggs and Seasoning: Add eggs, black pepper, and breadcrumbs.
3. Add Cheese: Mix in shredded mozzarella cheese.
4. Combine Well: Mix until ingredients are well combined.

Form Patties:

1. Shape the Patties: Form the mixture into evenly sized patties.

Cook the Patties:
Cook Until Golden Brown: Cook patties until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Heat the Oil: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.