Name: Zucchini patties with walnut-garlic spread: a crispy delicacy full of flavor
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 450 g zucchini (2 medium); salt to taste; black pepper to taste; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 eggs; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (possibly a little more if the mixture is too thin); 2–3 tablespoons oil for frying; 50 g walnuts; 3 cloves garlic (crushed); a handful of fresh herbs (parsley, dill or cilantro) – finely chopped; 150 g cream cheese

Prepare the zucchini Wash the zucchini, grate it finely and place it in a colander. Salt it and let it stand for 10 minutes to release excess water. Then squeeze it thoroughly – the less water that remains, the better the patties will hold their shape and the crispier they will be.

Mix the batter for the patties Transfer the squeezed zucchini to a bowl, add the eggs, flour, oregano, pepper and, if necessary, a pinch of salt. Stir until you have a thick batter. If it's too runny, add a little more flour.

Fry the patties Heat the oil in a pan. Use a spoon to form smaller patties and flatten them with a spatula. Fry 2–3 minutes on each side until golden. Let the finished patties drain on paper towels.

Prepare the spread Chop the walnuts finely (or briefly blend them). Mix them with the cream cheese, garlic and chopped herbs. Season to taste.

Serve Serve the zucchini patties while still warm with a generous portion of the walnut-garlic spread. For a nicer presentation, garnish with herbs or sprinkle with crushed nuts.