Easy Fried Zucchini Patties

I haven’t written in a few weeks—truthfully, I just wasn’t in the mood to cook. I felt uninspired and didn’t even put much effort into making healthy, happy meals for myself. Between the gloomy weather and my kids’ winter illnesses, I barely found the time to take care of myself.

But in the past few days, something shifted. I started craving home-cooked meals again—something delicious, nourishing, and made by me. And with that, I found myself looking for inspiration.

Today, I had the unexpected gift of a sick daughter at home. It meant canceling plans and staying in with her, which made me think—maybe the universe was giving me the nudge I needed to slow down and make time for myself, too.

And so, I bring you these Zucchini Patties!

They’re a fun, tasty snack—perfect on their own but also great with a yogurt-based dip (though I just ate them straight up).

Enjoy!

The Recipe inspired by the blog ¨foodsdictionary¨

What you need:

• 500g zucchini

• 1 large onion 

• 3 cloves crushed garlic (I used the dry powder when I don't have at home fresh garlic)

• 3 tbsp chopped dill (I use the dried herbs when again, I forget to buy fresh)

• 2 large eggs

• 3 level tbsp flour

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil [for frying, as needed]

What you do:

1. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess liquid.

2. Finely chop the onion and mix it with the zucchini.

3. Add the crushed garlic, chopped dill, eggs, flour, salt, and a dash of black pepper. Mix well.

4. Form into flat patties and pan-fry on both sides until golden brown. Each patty should get a light coating of olive oil.

5. If the patties turn out too soft, add another tbsp of flour, or even try adding bread crumbs or oatmeal, to stabilize the batter.

6. Enjoy these delicious and easy-to-make zucchini patties!

Bon appétit! 😊