Fried Zucchini

Rinshinomori's Note:

Bon Appetit Mar 1977, page 8. From Lunt Avenue Marble Club Phoenix AZ

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 0 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 2 eggs
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup cornmeal
• 1 tablespoon celery salt
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon pepper (preferably white)
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 -4 lbs zucchini
• oil, for frying

Directions:

1. Whip eggs and half-and-half together; strain.
2. Mix all dry ingredients together.
3. Cut zucchini lengthwise into halves and cut each half into long strips 1/4-inch wide. Immerse in egg mixture and drain.
4. Coat slices, about one-fourth at a time with breading. Deep fry in vegetable oil at 325 degrees F until brown and crisp. Drain well on paper towels.

Reviews

[PhoenixReborn]

My Hero! We Phoenicians reminisce about this delightfully sinful treat. Thanks for posting this phenomenal recipe