Name: Kouzina Greek Taverna and Bars Kolokithakia Recipe
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 medium Zucchini; 1 cup All-purpose flour; 2 large Eggs; 1 cup Breadcrumbs; 1 tsp Salt; 1 tsp Black pepper; 1 cup Olive oil; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 0.5 medium Cucumber; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 tbs Dill; 1 tbs Lemon juice; 0.5 tsp Salt

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Wash the zucchini and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick.

Prepare the Zucchini

In three separate bowls, place flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper in the third.

Set Up Breading Station

Dip each zucchini slice first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

Bread the Zucchini

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Heat the Oil

Once the oil is hot, add the breaded zucchini slices in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Fry the Chips

Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.

Prepare the Cucumber

In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well.

Mix Ingredients

Refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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Zucchini

All-purpose flour

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Breadcrumbs

Salt

Black pepper

Olive oil

Greek yogurt

Cucumber

Garlic

Dill

Lemon juice

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Kolokithakia Recipe

Ingredients

Zucchini Chips

Tzatziki Sauce

Method

Zucchini Chips Preparation