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Zucchini and Cheese Horumonyaki Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Add the cold water and egg to the dry ingredients. Whisk until the batter is smooth.
3. Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the batter and mix well.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
5. Dip the zucchini slices in the batter, making sure they are coated evenly.
6. Place the coated zucchini slices in the hot oil and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
7. Remove the zucchini slices from the pan and place them on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
8. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 290
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 9g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cheese you prefer instead of cheddar cheese.
- You can use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour to make this recipe gluten-free.

Variations:
- You can add other vegetables like sliced mushrooms or bell peppers to the batter.
- You can add spices like garlic powder or paprika to the batter for extra flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the zucchini slices to the pan.
- Don't overcrowd the pan, cook the zucchini slices in batches if necessary.
- Serve the horumonyaki with a dipping sauce like soy sauce or sweet chili sauce.

Storage instructions:
Store any leftover horumonyaki in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the horumonyaki in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the horumonyaki on a platter and garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.

Garnishes:
Chopped green onions or sesame seeds.

Pairings:
Serve the horumonyaki with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Suggested side dishes:
Stir-fried vegetables and steamed rice.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the batter is too thick, add a little more water to thin it out.
- If the zucchini slices are not crispy, make sure the oil is hot enough before adding them to the pan.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the zucchini slices are cooked through before serving.

Food history:
Horumonyaki is a Japanese dish made with beef or pork offal. This recipe is a vegetarian twist on the classic dish.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, cheesy, and crispy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the horumonyaki as an appetizer or a main dish.

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Region: Japanese

Taste: Savory, Cheesy, Tangy, Umami, Nutty