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One-Zucchini, Two-Egg Tortilla That Needs No Flour

Draining grated zucchini before mixing lets the egg set and brown so the tortilla cooks quickly and stays firm.

Overview

  • Both Los Andes and TN publish the same three-ingredient method: grate one zapallito (zucchini), squeeze out excess water, beat in two eggs and add cheese, then cook the mixture in a lightly oiled nonstick pan until golden and set.
  • The central technical tip is to press or squeeze the grated zucchini well to remove moisture because excess water keeps the mixture soggy and prevents the surface from browning.
  • Cooking guidance calls for medium heat, a pan size that yields a moderate thickness, flipping once the base is golden, and avoiding long covered cooking because trapped steam adds unwanted moisture.
  • The most notable divergence between outlets is cheese amount and framing: Los Andes recommends about 80 grams for a larger tortilla and gives step-by-step technique, while TN offers 50 grams as a quicker, lower-calorie 10-minute option.
  • The recipe requires no flour, uses low-moisture meltable cheeses (mozzarella, pategrás, tybo) for best texture, and is presented as a fast, adaptable dinner that fits lower-carb and gluten-free needs.