Savory Zucchini and Bacon Pancakes: A Crispy Delight
Crispy zucchini pancakes elevated with the irresistible salty flavor of bacon.
On these gloomy, overcast days, nothing beats a warm, sizzling pancake fresh off the griddle! This recipe takes humble zucchini pancakes to a new level by adding chewy enoki mushrooms and savory bacon, making them a special treat. Easy to make at home, these pancakes are a perfect, nutritious snack or accompaniment for any meal, sure to be loved by the whole family. The irresistible combination of bacon’s umami, zucchini’s subtle sweetness, and enoki’s delightful chewiness creates a flavor symphony. Try making these delicious zucchini pancakes today!
Main Ingredients- 1 Zucchini
- 1 bag Enoki mushrooms
- 40g Bacon
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare one zucchini. Using a knife or mandoline slicer, julienne the zucchini as finely and thinly as possible. Place the shredded zucchini in a bowl. Thinly sliced zucchini results in a better texture and becomes tender when cooked.
Step 2
Prepare one bag of enoki mushrooms. Trim off the tough base, clean the mushrooms, and then either tear them gently with your hands or slice them in half with a knife. These will be mixed with the zucchini.
Step 3
Prepare 40g of bacon. Julienne it into thin strips, similar to how you would prepare ham or canned bacon. If using frozen bacon, it’s easier to slice. Using scissors can make this process more convenient.
Step 4
In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup of frying mix and 1/2 cup of cold water. Whisk with a whisk or chopsticks until smooth, ensuring there are no lumps. The batter should not be too thin; aim for a consistency that allows it to coat the ingredients well.
Step 5
Add the julienned zucchini, enoki mushrooms, and bacon to the batter bowl. Gently toss everything together, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated with the batter. For the best flavor and texture, use more vegetables than batter. Be careful not to mix too vigorously, as this can mash the vegetables.
Step 6
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Scoop portions of the batter with a spoon and spread them thinly onto the hot pan. Making the pancakes smaller in size will make them much easier to flip. Arrange them so pieces of bacon are visible on the surface for a more appealing look.
Step 7
Cook over medium-low heat until one side is golden brown, then carefully flip and cook the other side until golden brown as well. Ensure both sides are cooked thoroughly until beautifully golden and crispy. After cooking, briefly place the finished bacon zucchini pancakes on paper towels to absorb any excess oil, which will make them even crispier.
