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Zucchini & Chicken Patties (Chiftele cu Dovlecei și Pui)

Light, juicy, and full of flavor — perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 medium zucchini (partially peeled, diced)
  • Salt (for draining zucchini + seasoning)
  • 3-4 small carrots (or 2 large, grated)
  • 2 large eggs
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
  • 5-7 tbsp flour (adjust as needed)
  • 1 green pepper (or any color you prefer, diced)
  • 1 chicken breast, cubed (optional, but recommended)
  • Oil, for frying
Instructions
  1. 1
    Prepare the zucchini

    • Wash the zucchini well and peel partially (or completely, if preferred).

    • Cut into sticks, then into small cubes.

    • Place in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, mix with your fingers, and let rest for a few minutes so it releases water.

  2. 2
    Prepare the vegetable mix

    • Grate the carrots.

    • Beat the eggs and add them to the bowl with zucchini.

    • Season with salt (careful, zucchini already has some) and black pepper.

    • Add breadcrumbs and 3–4 tbsp flour, mixing well.

    • If the mixture feels too wet, add 2–3 more tbsp flour.

  3. 3
    Add extra flavors

    • Dice the green pepper and add it in.

    • Cut chicken breast into cubes and mix into the composition (optional).

  4. 4
    Rest the mixture

    Place the bowl in the fridge for about 30 minutes to firm up.

  5. 5
    Cook

    • Heat oil in a pan.

    • Shape the mixture into patties and fry on both sides until golden and cooked through.

    Step by step Youtube Video
Read it online: https://yummy.expert/recipe/zucchini-chicken-patties-chiftele-cu-dovlecei-si-pui/