Breaded Fried Zucchini Recipe
Served with garlic sauce
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Ingredients
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Zucchini Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Garlic Sauce
Method
Zucchini Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Zucchini
Wash the zucchini thoroughly, then slice them into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Place the sliced zucchini in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Allow them to sit for about 15-20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
Breading Mixture
- 2
Set Up Breading Stations
In three separate shallow bowls, place the all-purpose flour in the first bowl, beat the eggs in the second bowl, and combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and garlic powder in the third bowl.
Breading the Zucchini
- 3
Coat the Zucchini Slices
Pat the zucchini slices dry with paper towels. Take each slice and first coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Ensure each slice is well-coated and set aside on a plate.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. You can check if the oil is ready by dropping a small piece of bread into it; it should sizzle.
- 5
Fry the Zucchini
Carefully add a few zucchini slices to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Garlic Sauce
- 6
Prepare the Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Add salt to taste. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.