Ukrainian Zucchini Pancakes

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Ukrainian Zucchini Pancakes is thin pan-fried zucchini pancakes with fresh herbs and optional garlic. This English recipe is based on the original article, “Блінчики з кабачків рецепт ніжних літніх млинців,” and keeps its main ingredients and cooking sequence. Read the ingredient list first, then prepare the equipment and work through the steps in order. Lightly squeeze the grated zucchini so the batter holds together. Serve warm with plain yogurt or sour cream. The indicated times are practical estimates: the size of your pan or appliance, the thickness of the ingredients and any resting or cooling period can change when the dish is ready. Use the doneness cue in the instructions and follow the storage note if you have leftovers.

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Ukrainian Zucchini Pancakes

Thin pan-fried zucchini pancakes with fresh herbs and optional garlic.

Prep 15 minCook 20 minTotal 35 minYield About 12 small pancakes

Equipment: Mixing bowl, measuring tools and suitable cooking equipment

Ingredients

Main ingredients

2 medium young zucchini 2 eggs 4–5 tbsp all-purpose flour to taste salt 1 clove garlic, optional 1 small bunch dill or parsley 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying 1 tbsp sour cream, optional

Instructions

1. Grate the zucchini

   Finely grate the zucchini and lightly squeeze out excess liquid.

2. Make batter

   Mix in eggs and salt, then gradually add flour until spoonable. Fold in chopped herbs, and garlic and sour cream if using.

3. Pan fry

   Heat a lightly oiled skillet. Spoon out thin pancakes and cook about 1–2 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.

4. Serve

   Stack for 2–3 minutes under a lid, then serve warm.

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How to tell when it is ready

Stack for 2–3 minutes under a lid, then serve warm.

Tips

• Lightly squeeze the grated zucchini so the batter holds together.
• Measure the ingredients before starting.
• Follow the texture and doneness cues in the method; appliance settings and ingredient size vary.
• Review the ingredient options before making substitutions.

Troubleshooting

• Lightly squeeze the grated zucchini so the batter holds together.
• Check the measured ingredients and cooking cue if the texture differs from the recipe.

Serving suggestions

• Serve warm with plain yogurt or sour cream.
• Serve at the temperature stated in the final step.
• Store any leftovers using the storage directions below.

Storage

Refrigerate up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet.

Ukrainian Zucchini Pancakes is ready to serve when the final cooking and cooling cues have been met.