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Zucchini "Crab" Cakes

Cope with "Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor's Porch Day" with this tasty vegetarian dish!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Calories 196kcal
Author The Novel Tourist

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup red onion, minced
  • 3-4 tsps Old Bay SeasoningTM or to taste
  • 1/4 cup Panko crumbs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Hoist the zucchini onto the cutting board and then chop the ends off that sucker. If it's a big one, slice it in half and scoop and toss the seeds.
  • Grate the zucchini, skin and all!
    grated zucchini
  • In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, egg, melted butter, seasoned bread crumbs, minced onion, and Old Bay.
    ingredients for zucchini crab cakes
  • Mix all the ingredients. Don't be afraid to use your hands! Shape into patties (make a ball and then squish flat, that's the easiest).
  • Dredge in Panko crumbs and then fry in a skillet at medium high heat. Patties are done when golden brown on both sides.
    golden brown zucchini crab cakes
  • Serve with corn on the cob and rice. Invite your sneaky neighbors. Mmmmmm.