Savory Zucchini and Bacon Pancakes
17/11/2023Savory pancakes with zucchini and bacon are a delicious twist on the classic sweet pancake. Here’s how you can prepare them.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 100 g of smoked bacon, cubed
- 150 g of flour
- 1 egg
- 120 ml of milk
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder for savory cakes
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil or butter for cooking
Preparation
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Start by grating the zucchini with a large-hole grater. Place them in a colander, sprinkle a bit of salt, and let them drain for about 10 minutes. This will help remove excess water, which would make the batter too wet.
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Fry the bacon in a pan without adding oil until it becomes crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside on paper towels.
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In a bowl, mix the flour with the baking powder, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper.
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In another bowl, beat the egg with the milk.
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Combine the grated and squeezed zucchini to the flour mixture and then add the egg and milk mixture. Mix well until you have a uniform batter. Finally, fold in the crispy bacon.
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Heat a bit of oil or butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a ladle of pancake batter and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
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Transfer the pancakes to a plate and continue until all the batter is used up.
Trivia
Savory pancakes are a reinterpretation of the classic pancakes usually savored with maple syrup or jam. The addition of zucchini and smoked bacon opens the door to a world of savory pancakes that can be enriched with other vegetables, cheeses, or aromatic herbs. In Italy, we might consider them as a sort of soft frittata and they can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even as a base for aperitifs.
I hope you enjoy this recipe! If you have any variations or specific preferences, please let me know and I’ll adapt the recipe to your needs. Bon appétit!