Vegetable Chifteluțe (Romanian vegetable patties)
Ingredients (for about 20 patties):

• 2 medium potatoes, cooked and mashed

• 1 grated carrot

• 1 grated zucchini (well drained)

• 1 medium onion finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, crushed

• 3 tablespoons flour (or breadcrumbs)

• 1 egg

• Fresh chopped parsley

• Salt, pepper, sweet paprika (to taste)

• Oil for frying

Preparation:
In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, carrot, zucchini, onion, garlic, and parsley.

Add the egg, flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well until you get a homogeneous dough. If too wet, add a bit more flour or breadcrumbs.

Shape small patties or balls with your hands.

Heat oil in a pan and cook the chifteluțe over medium heat until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.

Serving:
Serve hot with a fresh salad, garlic yogurt sauce, or tomato sauce.