Plump Shrimp and Zucchini Pancakes: A Kid-Friendly Favorite
Easy and Delicious Shrimp Zucchini Pancake Recipe
Create a special and tasty dish with ingredients you likely have at home! By filling fresh zucchini slices with plump shrimp and pan-frying them until golden brown, you’ll make delightful pancakes that both children and adults will adore. Enjoy a wonderful meal with a simple process.
Main Ingredients- 1 medium zucchini
- 14 shrimp (cocktail shrimp or your preferred type)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons pancake mix (or all-purpose flour)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the zucchini thoroughly and slice it into rounds about 5mm thick. Slicing them to a moderate thickness is important; if they’re too thin, they might break apart during cooking.
Step 2
If you’re using frozen shrimp, thaw them by soaking them in water. Once thawed, gently pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. This helps them cook better.
Step 3
Using a knife or a small cookie cutter, carefully create a circular hole in the center of each zucchini slice. This opening will hold the shrimp. Aim for a hole size that’s appropriate for the shrimp, not too large.
Step 4
Gently place one thawed and dried shrimp into the hole of each zucchini slice. Press lightly to secure them so they don’t fall out during cooking.
Step 5
Evenly sprinkle a thin layer of pancake mix (or flour) over the shrimp-stuffed zucchini slices. You can use a spoon or a sieve for this. This coating helps the egg wash adhere better and makes the pancakes crispier.
Step 6
Crack the egg into a bowl and whisk it well with a fork or whisk until smooth and no streaks remain. This will be your egg wash.
Step 7
Carefully dip each zucchini slice, now coated in pancake mix, into the prepared egg wash. Ensure both sides are evenly coated with the egg. Gently shake off any excess egg.
Step 8
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the egg-coated zucchini and shrimp pieces into the pan. Fry one side until it’s golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 9
Flip the pancakes and cook the other side until equally golden brown. Your delicious shrimp zucchini pancakes are ready when the shrimp turns a lovely pinkish-red and the zucchini develops a beautiful golden-brown sear. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture!
