Faux Fried Zucchini Recipes

OVEN-FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 F.
• Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over a baking sheet to evenly coat. Set aside.
• Wash, trim, and slice the zucchini into 1/2-inch-thick rounds.
• Beat the egg in a small bowl.
• Spread the breadcrumbs out in a shallow dish. Stir the Parmesan cheese, salt, basil , and pepper into the breadcrumbs.
• Dip 5 to 6 zucchini slices into the beaten egg.
• Transfer to the breadcrumb mixture, pressing on both sides to coat.
• Shake off excess and place the coated rounds on the prepared baking sheet.
• Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices.
• Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the zucchini.
• Bake for 8 minutes. Using tongs, turn the zucchini so the other side gets crispy. Bake another 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown. Allow the zucchini to cool on the pan for 2 minutes.
• Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer and enjoy.

FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

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

FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Place zucchini and onions in a medium bowl and mix together.
• In a small bowl mix flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
• Pour dry mixture over zucchini/onion mixture, cover bowl and shake well. Let mixture sit for about 30 minutes; a batter will form on the vegetables.
• In a medium skillet heat oil over medium heat. When oil is hot add breaded vegetables and fry, turning to brown evenly.

EASY FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Coat each zucchini slice with egg, then press into cracker crumbs, coating both sides. Shake off excess and place the breaded zucchini onto a plate while breading the rest; do not stack.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pan fry zucchini until crust browns and zucchini softens, about 3 minutes on each side. Season with salt and pepper.

ZUCCHINI FRIES RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Cut zucchini into fries and set aside.
• In a large bowl combine panko, parmesan, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
• Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl or dish.
• Dip zucchini in eggs, coating evenly, and then toss in bread crumb mixture.
• Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
• Prepare dip while fries are baking. Combine all dip ingredients in a small bowl and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• Enjoy!