Zucchini Latkes

3 medium zucchini, shredded (about 4½ cups)

1 t. salt divided

2 eggs, beaten

1 small onion, grated

¼ matzo meal or dry bread crumbs

1/8 t. pepper

vegetable oil for frying

sour cream, optional

Directions:

In a large bowl, toss zucchini and ½ teaspoon salt.

Let stand fro 10 minutes.

Squeeze zucchini dry.

Stir in the eggs, onion, matzo meal, pepper and remaining salt.

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.

Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil.

Press lightly to flatten.

Fry for 2 minutes on each side or golden brown.

Serve with sour cream if desired.

Yield: 16 latkes