Crispy Fried Zucchini Chips

Ingredients

• 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
• coarse salt
• Vegetable oil, avocado oil or grapeseed oil, for frying
• About 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, as needed
• 1 large egg, whisked
• About 1 cup breadcrumbs
• Additional salt and pepper, to taste
• additional seasonings or herbs, like italian seasoning, garlic powder, etc. (optional)
• Ranch dressing or aioli, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Line a sheet pan with paper towels and arrange zucchini rounds on top in a single layer. Sprinkle with coarse salt and cover with more paper towels. Place a heavy object on top and let sit for about 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.

2. 2

   In a wide skillet, pour enough oil to cover about ¼-inch deep. Heat over medium high.

3. 3

   Set up an assembly line with shallow bowls for flour, whisked egg, and breadcrumbs. Add salt and pepper to the flour and any seasonings if desired.

4. 4

   Dip each zucchini round in flour, then egg, and lastly in breadcrumbs to ensure full coating.

5. 5

   Place the breaded zucchini in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.

6. 6

   Transfer the cooked zucchini to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with more salt. Serve immediately with ranch dressing or aioli if desired.