Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, paprika
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash and slice zucchini into thin rounds
- Set up dredging station: flour (with salt/pepper), egg-milk mixture, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan
- Dredge each zucchini slice in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into breadcrumb mix
- Heat ½ inch oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F)
- Fry slices in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauces
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs
- Want to lighten it up? Bake instead of fry
- Add Italian seasoning or chili flakes to the breadcrumb mix for added flavor
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg