Mock Crab Cakes

Type of dish: Appetizer, Main Dish, Side Dish

2 cups zucchini, grated
1 onion, finely chopped or grated
1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
1 1/2 cups Italian bread crumbs, divided
1 Tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
1 Tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 egg, beaten
vegetable oil for frying

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. The texture can be adjusted — if it’s too dry, add another egg; if too wet, add more bread crumbs.

Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet. Form mixture into patties and fry over medium heat until golden brown on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Makes 4 big or 6 medium cakes. Serve with tartar sauce.

Type of dish: Condiment

Tartar Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup dill relish
1/4 cup onions, finely diced

Mix together all of the ingredients.

Recipe courtesy of Gazy Brothers Farm