GREEK STYLE ZUCCHINI CROQUETTES

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From the Hellenic Hannukah cookbook. This version is from Foradenes, a small, family-owned seaside taverna in the town of Finikki on the island of Syros.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 48m

Yield 25 croquettes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 lbs zucchini, thinly grated
1 large white onion, grated
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons fresh dill, snipped
3 tablespoons of fresh mint, snipped
1 large egg, beaten
1/3 cup grated pecorino cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted
olive oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Combine zucchini and onions in a colander and sprinkle with salt.
  • Let sit for 20 minutes and then squeeze out all the water.
  • Add dill, mint, egg, cheese, bread crumbs and butter, and combine well.
  • Fashion mixture into tablespoon-sized balls and fry- 6 at a time- in 5 1/2 inches olive oil, heated to a temperature of 325 degrees, for 2-3 minutes , or until light brown.
  • Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

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