Zucchini Croquettes (Greek style) - dairy

1 1/4 pounds 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 bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted
Olive oil for frying

Makes 20 to 25

Combine zucchini and onions in a colander and sprinkle with
salt. Let sit for 20 minutes and then squeeze out all the
water.

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

Fashion mixture into tablespoon-sized balls and fry - 6 at
a time - in 11/2 inches olive oil, heated to a temperature
of 325 degrees, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until light brown.

Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Source: "Hellenic Hanukkah" Myra Chanin and Ethel Hofman