At a glance
You're making a hearty savory zucchini cake that's been passed down through generations in Czech families—think of it as a springtime comfort food packed with smoked meat, cheese, and fresh herbs. The prep work involves grating zucchini, chopping meat and cheese, then mixing everything together with eggs and flour before baking for about 50 minutes until golden. It's a simple, forgiving recipe that works beautifully with spring ingredients like wild garlic or nettles, making it a fun twist on traditional Easter sides.
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Prep the ingredients
Finely grate the zucchini. Cut the smoked meat into small cubes and coarsely grate the cheese.
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Mix it all together
Slice the spring onion into rounds. Combine all the ingredients, then add the eggs and the flour mixed with baking powder.
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Season to taste
Season with salt, pepper and marjoram. Add the crushed garlic and stir the batter well.
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