{"id":45746,"date":"2025-06-30T16:46:04","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T16:46:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cocinando.us\/?p=45746"},"modified":"2025-06-30T16:46:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T16:46:04","slug":"when-im-drowning-in-zucchini-i-make-these","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cocinando.us\/?p=45746","title":{"rendered":"When I\u2019m Drowning in Zucchini, I Make These"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seriouseats.com\/thmb\/QIWF3k5keJryfDycBeTR882eWMg=\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(jpeg)\/2025060925-ZucchiniPancakes_Melati_Citrawireja18-SEA-hero-b8a4297a3bd24d57a80af276aaf0415b.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"article__header--project_1-0\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"200\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"11\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"1\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-whyitworks text-passage\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Why It Works<\/h3>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block text-passage\">\n<ul>\n<li>Salting and draining the grated zucchini and onion keeps the moisture level consistent and prevents the pancakes from becoming excessively moist.<\/li>\n<li>A mixture of eggs, cheese, and flour binds the zucchini together.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--no-theme no-theme figure-landscape figure-high-res\"><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"> <span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Serious Eats \/ Melati Citrawireja<\/p>\n<p><\/span><br \/>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> It&#8217;s that time of year again: Zucchini season is upon us, which means I&#8217;m on the lookout for recipes that make quick work of large volumes of zucchini. A stew or salad with a single zucchini? Delicious as they may be, those recipes seem awfully quaint now. I want recipes that let me haul out my food processor and shred, shred, shred my fears away. I want recipes that are fitting for lunch <em>and<\/em> dinner\u2014and preferably recipes that can be doubled or even tripled for a gathering. This recipe is adapted from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodnetwork.com\/recipes\/ina-garten\/zucchini-pancakes-recipe-1948910\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"externalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ina Garten<\/a>; it makes six medium pancakes or 12 small pancakes. Though the pancakes are wonderful on their own, they&#8217;re especially good when served with Greek yogurt, sour cream, or tzatziki.\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--no-theme no-theme figure-landscape figure-high-res\"><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"> <span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Serious Eats \/ Melati Citrawireja<\/p>\n<p><\/span><br \/>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">August 2010<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"structured-project-content_1-0\">\n<div id=\"recipe-decision-block_1-0\" class=\"comp recipe-decision-block\">\n<h2 class=\"recipe-decision-block__title\">When I\u2019m Drowning in Zucchini, I Make These<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p> <button id=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__button-1-0\" class=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__button\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-label=\"Toggle Cook Mode\" data-tracking-container=\"true\" data-tracking-category=\"User Recipe Action\" data-tracking-subcategory=\"Cook Mode\" data-tracking-subtype=\"On\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__slider\"\/><br \/>\n<\/button><br \/>\n<span class=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__label\"><br \/>\nCook Mode<br \/>\n<span class=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__optional-note\">(Keep screen awake)<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span>\n<\/p>\n<section id=\"section--ingredients_1-0\" class=\"comp section--ingredients section\">\n<div class=\"loc section-content section__content \">\n<div id=\"structured-ingredients_1-0\" class=\"comp structured-ingredients\">\n<ul class=\"structured-ingredients__list text-passage\">\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">medium<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">zucchini<\/span> (about <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">pound<\/span>; <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">454<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">g<\/span> total)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1\/2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">medium<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">yellow onion<\/span> (<span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">5<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">ounces<\/span>; <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">142<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">g<\/span>)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1\/2<\/span> teaspoon Diamond Crystal <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">kosher salt<\/span>; for table salt, use half as much by volume<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">large<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">eggs<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> medium <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">clove<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">garlic<\/span>, finely minced<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1\/4<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">cup<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">Parmigiano-Reggiano<\/span> (about <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">ounce<\/span>; <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">28<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">g<\/span>)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1\/4<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">teaspoon\u00a0minced<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">fresh thyme <\/span>or oregano<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1\/4<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">teaspoon<\/span> finely grated\u00a0<span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">lemon zest<\/span> from 1\/2 medium lemon<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p>Freshly <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">ground black pepper<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">6<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">tablespoons<\/span> all-purpose <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">flour<\/span> (about <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1 3\/4<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">ounces<\/span>; <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">48<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">g<\/span>)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">teaspoon<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">baking powder<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">tablespoons<\/span> (<span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">30<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">ml<\/span>) extra-virgin <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">olive oil<\/span>, plus more if needed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"structured-ingredients__list-heading\">For Serving:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"structured-ingredients__list text-passage\">\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">Greek yogurt<\/span>, sour cream, or tzatziki (optional)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"section--instructions_1-0\" class=\"comp section--instructions section\">\n<div class=\"loc section-content section__content \">\n<div id=\"structured-project__steps_1-0\" class=\"comp structured-project__steps mntl-sc-page mntl-block text-passage structured-content\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"60\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"24\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"1\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[300,600,900,1200,1500,1800,2100]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<ol id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--OL\">\n<li id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--LI\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor fitted with the shredding disk, shred zucchini and onion. Place zucchini and onion in a colander set over a sink, sprinkle with salt, and toss to evenly coat. Let drain for 30 minutes, then press against the sides to extract liquid. Wrap vegetables in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze to remove excess liquid; set aside.\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--no-theme no-theme figure-landscape figure-high-res\"><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"> <span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Serious Eats \/ Melati Citrawireja<\/p>\n<p><\/span><br \/>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--LI\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> In a medium bowl, stir eggs, garlic, cheese, herbs, lemon zest, and several grinds of black pepper to combine, using a fork to beat well. Add drained zucchini and onion mixture, stirring to combine. In a small bowl, whisk flour and baking to combine; add flour mixture to zucchini mixture and, using a fork, stir until incorporated. Line a large plate with paper towels; set aside.\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--no-theme no-theme figure-landscape figure-high-res\"><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"> <span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Serious Eats \/ Melati Citrawireja<\/p>\n<p><\/span><br \/>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--LI\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> In a 12-inch cast iron skillet, heat one tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Using a scacnt 1\/3 cup scoop or measuring cup, scoop batter onto skillet to form 3-inch pancakes spaced 1\/2- to 1-inch apart, working in batches if necessary. Cook until nicely browned on one side, about 3 minutes. Carefully flip pancakes and cook until bottoms are golden brown, about 2 minutes more. Place cooked pancakes onto prepared plate and repeat with remaining batter. Serve with Greek yogurt, sour cream, or tzatziki, if desired.\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--no-theme no-theme figure-landscape figure-high-res\"><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"> <span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Serious Eats \/ Melati Citrawireja<\/p>\n<p><\/span><br \/>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"toc-special-equipment\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\"> Special Equipment <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Box grater or food processor and shredding disk, cast iron skillet, 1\/3 cup scoop or measuring cup<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"toc-make-ahead-and-storage\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\"> Make-Ahead and Storage <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> These pancakes can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouseats.com\/zucchini-pancakes-recipe-11763494\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why It Works Salting and draining the grated zucchini and onion keeps the moisture level consistent and prevents the pancakes from becoming excessively moist. A mixture of eggs, cheese, and flour binds the zucchini together. 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