Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for fried zucchini:
### Ingredients
– 2 medium zucchinis
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (you can use plain or seasoned)
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Vegetable oil for frying
– Marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping (optional)
### Instructions
1. **Prepare the Zucchini:**
– Wash the zucchinis and cut off the ends.
– Slice the zucchinis into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. You can also cut them into sticks if you prefer.
2. **Set Up Breading Stations:**
– In one shallow bowl, place the flour.
– In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
– In a third shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese (if using), salt, and pepper.
3. **Bread the Zucchini:**
– Dip each zucchini slice into the flour, shaking off any excess.
– Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s fully coated.
– Finally, press the zucchini slice into the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides well. Repeat until all slices are breaded.
4. **Fry the Zucchini:**
– Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
– Once the oil is hot, carefully add a few zucchini slices to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
– Fry the zucchini for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
– Use a slotted spoon or tongs to transfer the fried zucchini to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
– Repeat the frying process with the remaining zucchini slices.
5. **Serve:**
– Serve the fried zucchini hot with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping, if desired.
Enjoy your crispy, delicious fried zucchini!
