Courgette Balls

Name: Courgette Balls
Ingredients: 8 medium courgettes; 1 white onion, finely diced; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 100 g halloumi cheese; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1 beaten egg; 2 tablespoons chopped mint; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped thyme; 1 lemon, zest of, grated finely; 3 tablespoons salt; pepper; 4 tablespoons plain flour; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil

14 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

8 medium courgettes
1 white onion, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
100 g halloumi cheese
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 beaten egg
2 tablespoons chopped mint
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped thyme
1 lemon, zest of, grated finely
3 tablespoons salt
pepper
4 tablespoons plain flour
4 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

1

Grate the courgettes and place in a colander, sprinkle with the salt and leave to seep for 30 minutes or more.
2

Place the courgette in a clean tea towel and wring out every possible drop (this is easier with an assistant).
3

Add the remaining ingredients, leaving out the flour and oil.
4

If the mixture is too runny add more breadcrumbs or a few tablespoons of flour.
5

Roll the mixture into small balls, roll in the flour and place on a plate.
6

Chill for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
7

When ready, shallow fry in hot oil until crispy.
8

Serve immediately.