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Cheesy Zucchini Waffles (Keto Chaffles) – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Cheesy Zucchini Waffles (Keto Chaffles)

Say hello to your new favorite way to eat zucchini! These Cheesy Zucchini Waffles, often called 'chaffles,' are a quick, savory, and incredibly satisfying meal that's both low-carb and gluten-free. They're crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and a fantastic way to sneak
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 waffle
Calories: 145
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium zucchini, grated - about 1 cup or 150g (5.3 oz)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese - about 2 oz or 56g
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) grated Parmesan cheese - about 0.25 oz or 7g
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml / 0.2 fl oz) dried basil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Feel free to customize the flavor. Add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or a dash of red pepper flakes to the batter for an extra kick.
  • These make a fantastic low-carb bread substitute. Use two chaffles to make a delicious breakfast sandwich with bacon and avocado.

Method
 

  1. Preparation Method
  2. Preheat your waffle iron to a medium-high setting.
  3. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze firmly to remove as much excess moisture as possible. This is the most important step for crispy waffles!
  4. In a medium bowl, add the squeezed zucchini, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, dried basil, and a pinch of black pepper.
  5. Mix until all are thoroughly combined.
  6. Lightly grease the hot waffle iron. Spoon half of the mixture onto the iron and spread it into an even layer.
  7. Close the lid and cook for 4-6 minutes, or until the waffle is golden brown, crispy, and the steam has mostly stopped.
  8. Do not open the iron too early.
  9. Carefully remove the waffle and repeat with the remaining mixture.
  10. Serve immediately.
  11. Don't skip squeezing the zucchini! Any excess water will steam the waffle from the inside, making it soggy instead of crispy.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 11.5gFat: 9.5g

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