Crispy Fried Zucchini
Seasoned and breaded slices of fresh zucchini, pan-fried to crispy perfection.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- shallow dish
- wire whisk
- medium skillet
- baking sheet
- paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 large zucchini
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- ¼ cup bread crumbs - unseasoned
- 1 tbsp parsley - finely chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 4 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cut zucchini into ½ inch slices.1 large zucchini
- Dredge zucchini slices in flour.1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Add egg and cornstarch into a mixing bowl.1 large egg, 1 tbsp corn starch
- Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Add breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, and salt to a shallow dish.1/4 cup bread crumbs, 1 tbsp parsley, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tsp kosher salt
- Mix the dry ingredients together.
- Dip the floured zucchini slices into the egg wash, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Add olive oil to a skillet, and bring it up to medium-low heat.4 tbsp olive oil
- When oil is shimmering, add breaded zucchini slices but don't crowd the pan. Fry in batches if necessary. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Remove to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Notes
Tastes great as a side item, or used as an appetizer with buttermilk ranch dressing for dipping.
Nutrition
Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 652mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 242IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
