Greek Style Zucchini Croquettes

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 lbs zucchini, thinly grated
• 1 large white onion, grated
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons fresh dill, snipped
• 3 tablespoons fresh mint, snipped
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1/3 cup grated pecorino cheese
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• olive oil (for frying)

Directions

1. 1

   Combine zucchini and onions in a colander and sprinkle with salt.

2. 2

   Let sit for 20 minutes and then squeeze out all the water.

3. 3

   Add dill, mint, egg, cheese, bread crumbs and butter, and combine well.

4. 4

   Fashion mixture into tablespoon-sized balls and fry- 6 at a time- in 5 1/2 inches olive oil, heated to a temperature of 325 degrees, for 2-3 minutes , or until light brown.

5. 5

   Drain on paper towels and serve hot.