Description
Crispy golden fried zucchini is a delightful appetizer that combines a crunchy exterior with a tender, flavorful interior. This simple recipe transforms fresh zucchini into an irresistible snack, perfect for parties or casual gatherings. Each slice is coated in a crispy breadcrumb layer that makes it hard to stop at just one! Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash and dry the zucchinis thoroughly; slice them into rounds about half an inch thick.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each zucchini slice in flour, then egg, and finally coat in the breadcrumb mixture until well covered.
- Heat about half an inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering (around 350°F/175°C).
- Carefully fry the coated zucchini slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with marinara sauce or ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 242
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg