Appetizer
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Greek Zucchini Balls (Kolokithokeftedes)
by @NomNomFried zucchini balls with herbs and feta — a Cretan meze specialty.
Source / link: Griechische Küche (Kreta)
Ingredients
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| 800 g | Zucchini |
| 150 g | Feta (vegan) |
| 100 g | Flour (or gluten-free) |
| 1 Stück | Egg (optional) |
| 1/2 Bund | Fresh mint |
| 1/2 Bund | Fresh dill |
| 2 Stück | Spring onions |
| je 1 Prise | Salt & pepper |
| 300 ml | Oil for frying |
Preparation
Step by step through the recipe
- 1 Grate 800 g zucchini, season with je 1 Prise salt, leave to sit for 15 minutes and squeeze out well.
- 2 Mix the squeezed zucchini with 100 g flour, 1 Stück Ei (optional), 1/2 Bund Minze, 1/2 Bund Dill, 2 Stück Frühlingszwiebeln and 150 g crumbled feta into a mixture.
- 3 Season with je 1 Prise salt and je 1 Prise pepper.
- 4 Form small balls.
- 5 Heat 300 ml oil to 180 °C and fry the balls for about 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
- 6 Drain on kitchen paper and serve warm with tzatziki.
Notes & tips
Note: Contains egg (optional) + cow's milk (feta) + gluten (flour).
Nutrition
estimated per serving- Calories
- 943 kcal
- Protein
- 14 g
- Fat
- 86 g
- Carbs
- 34 g
