Kolokythokeftedes (Zucchini Cakes)
- 2 14 lbs zucchini, grated
- 78 cup kefalotyri, cheese, grated
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 1 medium onion, grated
- 2 eggs
- 3 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 14 teaspoons sea salt
- 12 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 78 cup toasted breadcrumbs or 78 cup crushed zwieback cookies
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- all-purpose flour
- Place zucchini in a colander or strainer, add salt, and let sit to drain for 15-20 minutes.
- Before using, press to remove all excess moisture.
- Drain grated carrot and onion.
- In a frying pan, melt the margarine, add grated onion, and saute until translucent.
- In a mixing bowl, add zucchini, grated carrot, drained onion, cheese, bread crumbs, mint, dill, eggs, and pepper.
- Mix well with hands until all ingredients are well blended and the mixture is firm.
- Add flour to bind if there's too much liquid.
- Shape into patties about 2 1/2 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch high.
- Fry in hot oil until golden, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain on absorbent paper towels and serve hot.
zucchini, kefalotyri, carrot, onion, eggs, mint, dill, salt, ground black pepper, breadcrumbs, margarine, flour
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/kolokythokeftedes-zucchini-cakes-315023 (may not work)