Fried Zucchini Coins Recipes

EASY FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Coat each zucchini slice with egg, then press into cracker crumbs, coating both sides. Shake off excess and place the breaded zucchini onto a plate while breading the rest; do not stack.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pan fry zucchini until crust browns and zucchini softens, about 3 minutes on each side. Season with salt and pepper.

CRISPY FRIED ZUCCHINI - COURGETTE FRITTERS RECIPE (GREEK KOLOKITHAKIA TIGANITA)

Steps:

• To prepare this Greek fried zucchini recipe start by washing the zucchini. Remove the stalks and ends and slice in thin slices, approx. 0.5 cm or lengthwise. (For this fried zucchini recipe the skin is not removed, so make sure to wash it thoroughly).
• Place the zucchini in a colander along with some salt and set aside for 1 hour to drain.
• Dredge the zucchini in the flour, place them on a large platter and leave in the fridge for 3-4 hours. At this point the moisture coming out from the zucchini will transform the flour into a batter. If you don't have the time, just coat them with flour and dip each one separately in a glass of water just before frying.
• Into a medium sized frying pan pour enough vegetable oil to deep fry the zucchini. Heat the oil to medium high heat until it begins to bubble. Test if the oil is hot enough by dipping one of the zucchini rings in; if it sizzles the oil is ready. For crispy fried zucchini it is best to fry in batches for about 2 minutes, flipping them sides, until nicely coloured.
• Remove the fried zucchini using a slotted spoon and place on some paper towel to dry for 1-2 minutes. Have a taste and season. Serve while still hot with tzatziki sauce.
• To prepare this batter fried zucchini recipe, start by preparing the batter for the fried zucchini. Pour the beer in a large bowl and add the flour (sifted) a little bit at a time whilst whisking, being careful not to get lumpy. The batter for coating the fried zucchini should be more liquid (not firm), so if it's getting too firm, use less flour than this recipe calls for. Season with salt and pepper, cover the batter with some plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 30 minutes.
• In the meantime wash the zucchini, remove the stalks and ends and slice in thin slices, approx. 0.5 cm or lengthwise.
• Place the zucchini in a colander along with some salt and set aside for 15-20 minutes to drain. Pat them dry with some kitchen paper.
• Dip the zucchini one at a time in the batter and fry on both sides until nicely coloured. Remove the fried zucchini using a slotted spoon and place on some paper towel to dry for 1-2 minutes.
• Enjoy this delicious batter fried zucchini while still hot with a last minute squeeze of a lemon!

ZUCCHINI COINS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400ºF.
• Combine spicy salt ingredients in bowl; mix well. Set aside.
• Place melted butter in bowl; set aside.
• Combine flour and zucchini slices in bowl; toss to coat. Shake off excess flour. Place zucchini slices into melted butter; toss to coat. Press into bread crumbs until covered. Place in single layer onto baking sheet.
• Bake 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned and zucchini is tender. Sprinkle with spicy salt, as desired. Serve immediately or reheat 5 minutes at 400ºF.

EASY PAN-FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Slice the zucchini into ½ cm/ 0.2 inch thick slices. Place the flour on a plate. Beat the eggs in a shallow bowl. Coat the zucchini slices lightly with flour and pat the pieces with your hands to remove the excess flour.
• Heat 2-3 tablespoons oil or lard in a non-stick or cast iron pan. The oil should be enough to cover the bottom of the pan in a thin layer.
• Drag each zucchini slice through the beaten eggs just before placing it in the pan.
• Fry on medium-low heat for about 3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and fry for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown. If they turn too dark too soon, turn the heat even lower.
• Next batch: Remove from the pan and fry the next batch adding more fat if necessary. Place the fried zucchini slices on kitchen paper to help absorb the excess fat.
• Serve: Only salt the zucchini before serving. Serve warm with garlic sauce, tomatoes, feta cheese, and bread. Or cold in sandwiches.

CRISPY FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Heat the oil: In a large skillet.
• Combine the dry ingredients: Mix the breadcrumbs together with the salt and pepper. Add the flour to a large shallow plate and beat the eggs in another shallow plate.
• Prep the zucchini: Dredge the zucchini rounds through the flour first, dip into eggs, and finally dredge into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat.
• Finish the dish: Fry the zucchini rounds until golden brown on both sides. Repeat until all the zucchini slices are breaded and fried.

CRISPY FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Trim ends off zucchini and slice into ½" slices.
• Beat eggs with salt and pepper to taste. Combine parmesan cheese, bread crumbs and salt & pepper to taste in a separate dish.
• Pour oil into a pan to ½" deep and heat over medium heat.
• Dredge zucchini in flour, dip in eggs and finally dip in bread crumbs. Repeat with remaining slices.
• Add zucchini to the pan, a few at a time (don't crowd) cooking 2-3 minutes per side.
• Drain on paper towels. Season with salt if desired.

BAKED ZUCCHINI COINS

Steps:

• Mix flour, cornmeal, salt, basil and pepper on a plate.
• Beat egg in a small bowl.
• Slice zucchini into 1/4" thick coins (its easier to brown them more evenly in the oven if they are coins because you only have to flip them once).
• Dip zucchini into egg and then into cornmeal mixture.
• Coat a parchment lined cookie sheet with a couple of tablespoons of olive oil. Arrange zucchini coins on cookie sheet and bake at 425° for about 10 minutes per side, until golden brown.
• Serve with bottled blue cheese or ranch dressing as an appetizer or with steak and salad for a meal.

FRIED ZUCCHINI COINS

Steps:

• Line a dish with paper towels and set aside. Whisk the cornmeal, flour, basil, salt, cayenne, and pepper in a bowl.
• Beat the eggs in another bowl.
• Heat 1/4-inch vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
• Working in small batches, toss the zucchini coins in the eggs, then coat in the cornmeal mixture to cover completely. Carefully drop the zucchini into the oil, and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side or until crisp. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared plate. Season with salt, cool slightly and serve.
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