Crispy Vegetable Pancakes with Asian Dipping Sauce 

These golden, crunchy veggie pancakes are a delightful blend of color, texture, and flavor—made with simple ingredients, they’re a fun twist on fritters and perfect for satisfying cravings. Lightly crisped on the outside and tender inside, they’re served with a zesty, slightly sweet Asian-inspired dipping sauce that elevates every bite. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or light meal, this playful recipe is simple to prep, easily customizable, and likely to become a household favorite—great for both casual dinners and sharing with friends. 

Ingredients

• 1 cup shredded zucchini
  
  

• 1 cup shredded carrot
  
  

• ½ cup shredded cabbage
  
  

• ¼ cup chopped green onions (optional)
  
  

• ½ cup flour (or gluten-free flour)
  
  

• 1 large egg, beaten
  
  

• Salt and pepper, to taste
  
  

• Oil, for frying
  Asian Dipping Sauce:
  
  

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  
  

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  
  

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  
  

• 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional)
  
  

• 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
  Garnish (optional):
  
  

• Sesame seeds
  
  

• Chopped green onions
  
  

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded zucchini, carrot, cabbage, and green onions (if using). Squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean towel or paper towels—this helps the pancakes get crispy.
   
   

2. Add the flour, beaten egg, salt, and pepper to the veggies. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
   
   

3. Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the skillet, pressing lightly to form pancakes ~½-inch thick. Cook for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
   
   

4. To make the sauce, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (if using), and grated ginger in a small bowl. Adjust to taste.
   
   

5. Serve the warm pancakes with dipping sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.
   
   

Nutrients

Per Serving (makes 4 servings):

• Calories: 250 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 10 g
  
  

  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
    
    

• Carbohydrates: 30 g
  
  

• Protein: 6 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 50 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 500 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 300 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 3 g
  
  

• Sugar: 2 g