Zucchini Balls (Kolokythokeftedes)

1 zucchini, grated

1 onion, grated

½ carrot, grated

1 clove garlic, minced

½ celery root (celeriac), peeled and grated

¾ tablespoon anise seed, crushed

½ tablespoon celery seed

1 teaspoon salt

1 pinch ground black pepper

½ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed

oil for frying

Mix zucchini, onion, carrot, garlic, celery root, anise seed, celery seed, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Gradually stir in flour until you have a soft, wet dough that sticks to your hands.

Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Drop dough by tablespoons into the skillet, and fry on both sides until lightly browned.