Source: Maria_lapina, AdobeStockRun out of ideas for what else to cook with zucchini during peak season? Then this collection will definitely come in handy. In fact, even simple zucchini pancakes can be made in various ways. And we've already gathered 12 of the best recipes for you!
1. Zucchini Pancakes with Milk
Source: ok.ruLet's start with a recipe that can definitely be called a classic.
You will need: 300 g zucchini, 250 ml milk, 160 g flour, 1 tsp sugar, 1.5 tsp salt, 30 ml vegetable oil, 2 eggs, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini, mix with eggs and chopped herbs, and blend. Add salt, sugar, and milk. Then add flour and whisk everything with a mixer. Finally, add spices and oil, and mix the batter. Fry thin pancakes on a lightly oiled pan until golden brown on both sides.
2. Zucchini Pancakes with Herbs and Cheese
Source: bye-bye-calories.ruOptionally, add a little chopped fresh herbs to the batter.
You will need: 200 g zucchini, 200 ml milk, 2 eggs, 100 g flour, 50 g hard cheese, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, spices.
Preparation: Finely grate the zucchini and gently squeeze out excess liquid. Whisk eggs with milk, add flour and spices, and mix again. Add zucchini, grated cheese, and vegetable oil, and mix the batter once more. Fry zucchini pancakes on an oiled pan for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
3. Zucchini Pancakes without Milk
Source: krasivoe-foto.ruThese pancakes are more like fritters, but they contain only zucchini and nothing else.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 2 eggs, 4 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini, let sit for 15 minutes, and drain the liquid. Add eggs and spices, mix, then add flour. Spoon the batter onto the pan and fry zucchini pancakes until golden brown on both sides.
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4. Zucchini Pancakes with Sour Cream and Mayonnaise
Source: za-edoy.ruThis makes a very tasty and simple version of pancakes with a filling.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 egg, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup flour, 0.5 tsp salt, 2 tbsp mayonnaise and sour cream each, 3 cloves garlic, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Finely grate the zucchini and mix with salt, spices, and egg. Add milk, mix again, and gradually add flour. Fry the pancakes on a pan until golden brown on both sides. Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, and herbs. Spread the zucchini pancakes with the prepared filling and roll them up.
5. Zucchini Pancakes with Kefir
Source: krasivoe-foto.ruInstead of kefir, you can use slightly soured milk – it only improves the pancakes.
You will need: 450 g zucchini, 300 ml kefir, 350 g flour, 4 eggs, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, spices, 0.5 tsp baking soda, herbs.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini and squeeze out the juice. Add eggs, spices, herbs, and kefir, and mix everything. Gradually add flour and mix again. Add oil and baking soda. Let the batter rest for 20 minutes, then fry thin pancakes on an oiled pan until golden brown on both sides.
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6. Zucchini Pancakes with Yeast
Source: za-edoy.ruThe most perfectly light pancakes with air bubbles.
You will need: 350 g zucchini, 45 ml vegetable oil, 10 g dry yeast, 8 tbsp flour, 60 g sugar, 500 ml water, salt.
Preparation: Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water, add salt to taste, and let sit for 10 minutes. Add sifted flour and whisk. Let the batter rest for another 1 hour in a warm place. Add oil and zucchini pureed in a blender, mix again, and let the batter rest for another 20 minutes. Fry zucchini pancakes on a pan like any regular pancakes.
7. Zucchini Pancakes with Sour Cream
Source: bye-bye-calories.ruChoose spices and herbs for the batter to your taste.
You will need: 3 zucchini, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup milk, 4 eggs, 100 g flour, 3 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini, squeeze out excess liquid, and mix with eggs. Separately mix sour cream and milk, then combine with the zucchini. Add sifted flour, then pour in the oil. Mix until a smooth batter is formed and bake the pancakes on a pan until cooked through on both sides.
8. Zucchini Pancakes with Coconut Milk
Source: dzen.ruCompletely lean and vegan pancakes – a real find.
You will need: 1.5 cups flour, 1 zucchini, 400 ml coconut milk, 0.5 tsp baking soda, 0.5 tsp vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 pinch salt.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini, gently squeeze it, and mix with coconut milk. Add sugar, salt, and flour, and mix the batter. Add slaked soda, let the batter rest for 10 minutes, and spoon the pancakes onto the pan. Fry them on both sides.
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9. Zucchini Pancakes with Vanilla Yogurt
Source: bye-bye-calories.ruThese pancakes are more reminiscent of American pancakes and make a wonderful breakfast.
You will need: 100 ml yogurt, 1 egg, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp vanilla sugar, 100 g zucchini, 4 tbsp flour, 1 pinch salt, 0.5 tsp baking soda.
Preparation: Whisk the egg, yogurt, both types of sugar, and salt. Add flour and mix. Add grated zucchini and mix again. Finally, add baking soda to the batter. Spoon small pancakes onto a lightly oiled pan and fry them on both sides.
10. Zucchini Pancakes with Spinach
Source: botanichka.ruTo prevent the pancakes from being greasy, place them on paper towels.
You will need: 500 g zucchini, 100 g onion, 1 bunch spinach, 1/2 bunch dill, 2 g salt, 50 g flour, 2 eggs, spices.
Preparation: Grate zucchini and onion. Mix with eggs, salt, and spices. Add chopped dill and spinach, then add flour. Fry zucchini pancakes in oil on both sides, spooning them onto the pan.
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11. Zucchini Pancakes with Oat Flakes
Source: bye-bye-calories.ruThey turn out quite thick, but definitely very healthy.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 bunch herbs, 2 eggs, 3 cloves garlic, 150 g oat flakes, 1 tsp baking powder, spices.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini, gently squeeze out excess liquid, and mix with crushed oat flakes. Add eggs, chopped herbs, garlic, baking powder, and spices. Mix and let the batter rest for 15 minutes. Fry the pancakes in a small amount of oil on both sides until golden brown.
12. Zucchini Pancakes with Rice Flour
Source: za-edoy.ruRice flour behaves differently than wheat flour. Therefore, it is very important to observe the proportions here.
You will need: 300 g zucchini, 100 g rice flour, 1/2 bunch dill, 1 egg, spices.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini and mix with chopped herbs, egg, and spices. Add flour and mix again. Fry zucchini pancakes in oil on both sides until golden brown. Spoon them onto the pan.