You notice these from the pan before you even taste them. Crispy edges, a smoky note in the air, and that soft center that makes you reach for the next bite before you’re done with the first.
Difficulty
Easy
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Total Time
27 minutes
Servings
2–3 portions
Ingredients
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Cut the bacon into small pieces and fry briefly until it releases fat but stays soft.
- Finely chop the onion and garlic.
- Mix zucchini, bacon, onion, garlic, eggs, flour, salt, and plenty of black pepper until just combined.
- Heat a thin layer of oil in a wide pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan and flatten slightly.
- Fry until the bottoms are deeply golden, then flip and cook until set.
- Finish with chopped herbs and serve immediately.
Typical Mistakes
- Skipping the squeezing step — wet batter never crisps.
- Overcrowding the pan, which steams instead of fries.
- Frying too hot; the outside burns before the inside sets.
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