Chinese Zucchini Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 large zucchini (grated (1 1/2 cups, not packed in))
• 3 shallots / scallions (thinly sliced (about 3/4 cup))
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup flour
• ¾ tsp salt
• 1 tsp Chinese five spice (note 1)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable or other cooking oil
• DIPPING SAUCE
• 2 tsp Chinese black vinegar (note 2)
• 1 small garlic clove (finely chopped)
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp chili paste or sauce (optional - see note 3)
• ▢ Extra sliced shallots / scallions