Crispy Pan Fried Zucchini
A deliciously simple treat that celebrates the humble zucchini with a crispy exterior and tender inside.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Zucchini
- ½ cup All-purpose flour
- ½ cup Cornmeal
- 2 large Eggs
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Oil, for frying
Instructions
- Prep the Zucchini: Wash under cool running water, pat dry, trim ends, then slice into ¼-inch thick rounds or half-moons.
- Set Up Your Breading Station: In three separate bowls, combine flour with salt and pepper, beat the eggs in the second bowl, mix cornmeal, Parmesan, garlic powder, and seasonings in the third bowl.
- Coat the Zucchini: Dip zucchini slices into flour, then eggs, and finally coat in the cornmeal mixture. Lay on a parchment-lined plate.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 3-4 minutes.
- Fry the Zucchini: Add coated zucchini slices in batches, frying each side for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain and Season: Transfer fried zucchini to a paper towel-lined plate, sprinkle with salt while hot.
Notes
Serve with a zesty dipping sauce or as a side dish. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
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