Indian-Style Zucchini Patties (makes about 10 patties)

3 medium zucchini, grated and drain (drain by wrapping grated zucchini in paper towels and squeezing out the excess water)
1/2 tsp red pepper (add less if you can't handle the heat)
1/2 tsp cumin
1/8 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp coriander
salt and pepper to taste
1 + 1/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs, divided
1/4 cup water
2 Tb cornstarch
oil for frying or baking (I used canola for frying, olive for baking)

Tamarind Chutney (makes about 1 cup)

1/4 tsp cumin seeds
2 Tb tamarind paste (available in International Markets)
3 1/2 cup water
2 Tb tomato paste
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 tsp cumin
3/4 tsp red pepper