Description
Crispy fried zucchini crisps coated in seasoned flour, egg wash, and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, served with a flavorful garlic aioli dipping sauce. Perfect as a savory appetizer for gatherings or a delicious snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Fried Zucchini Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 lbs zucchini (2 medium/large), sliced into 1/2 inch thick rounds
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, seasoned with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 1/2 cups Panko bread crumbs
- Extra light olive oil (for frying, use a higher smoke point oil)
Garlic Aioli Sauce:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 medium garlic clove, pressed or grated
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Dredging Stations: Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour (1/2 cup flour mixed with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper), the second with two beaten eggs, and the third with 1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs.
- Coat Zucchini: Dredge each zucchini round in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs ensuring full coverage, and then coat the zucchini thoroughly with panko bread crumbs. Repeat for all slices.
- Heat Oil: Warm a large non-stick heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat and pour in enough extra light olive oil to cover the bottom about 1/4 inch deep. Heat the oil to 350˚F, or until a breadcrumb sizzles when dropped in.
- Fry Zucchini: Fry the breaded zucchini rounds in batches in a single layer for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat to prevent burning. Once done, transfer to a rack over paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Prepare Aioli: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, pressed garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Serve: Serve the warm fried zucchini crisps immediately with the garlic aioli dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a healthier option, zucchini crisps can be baked or air-fried instead of pan-fried to reduce fat content.
- Use a thermometer to monitor oil temperature for best frying results and to avoid soggy or burnt zucchini.
- Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
- Freshly ground black pepper enhances the flavor but can be adjusted to taste.
- Using extra light olive oil or another high smoke point oil helps prevent burning during frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4-5 crisps)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
