Fried Zucchini

Fried Zucchini is the BEST way to eat summer squash! It has crispy, flavorful breading on the outside with tender zucchini on the inside.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 zucchini
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 egg (beaten)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch slices. Set aside.
2. 2In a wide, shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper.
3. 3Put the flour in a second bowl and the beaten eggs in a third.
4. 4Coat the zucchini slices in flour, then the beaten eggs, and finally coat them in the breadcrumbs mixture. Place on a sheet of parchment paper in a single layer.
5. 5Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Carefully add coated zucchini slices to the hot oil (you may need to work in batches depending on the size of your pan).
6. 6Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until golden, flipping halfway through. Some slices may take longer to cook so remove them as they are ready.
7. 7Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve while warm with chipotle ranch dressing.