Fried Zucchini

Submitted by lvlrs_l3urnside

"This is fabulous!!"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 12 Sticks
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• olive oil, for frying
• 1 3⁄4 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 1⁄2 cups panko breadcrumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 3 medium zucchini, cut into 3-inch long by 1/2-inch wide strips

directions

1. Pour enough oil into a large frying pan to reach a depth of 2 inches.
2. Heat the oil over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F.
3. Stir 1 1/2 cups Parmesan, the panko, and salt in a medium bowl to blend. Whisk the eggs in another medium bowl to blend.
4. Working in batches, dip the zucchini in the eggs to coat completely and allow the excess egg to drip back into the bowl.
5. Coat the zucchini in the panko mixture, patting to adhere and coat completely.
6. Place the zucchini strips on a baking sheet.
7. When the oil is hot, working in batches, fry the zucchini sticks until they are golden brown, about 3 minutes.
8. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried zucchini to paper towels and drain.
9. Arrange the fried zucchini on a platter.
10. Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan and serve.

Reviews

[Marsha D.]

We enjoyed this recipe. I added some garlic pepper seasoning by McCormick to the panko crumbs and some fresh ground black pepper. Gave the zucchini slices a extra flavor. The panko crumbs also gave a great crunch. I made Recipe#202143 to dip the zucchini in. Thanks so much for the recipe!