Crispy Buttery Fried Zucchini: A Delightful Guilt-Free Snack
Crispy, buttery fried zucchini is a delicious snack that satisfies cravings without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice zucchinis into rounds.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each zucchini slice in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry zucchini slices until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Drain on paper towels and season with salt before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Crispy, Buttery Fried Zucchini