Quick and crave-worthy, this fried zucchini rings recipe turns humble zucchini into a sizzling appetizer. The crisp coating seals in moisture for a juicy bite every time.
Fried Zuccchini Rings
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
20
minutesCooking time
10
minutes
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Ingredients
2 large zucchinis
1 cup breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
Ranch dressing, optional
Directions
- Cut zucchini crosswise into ½-inch slices. Use a 1-inch (2 cm) round cookie cutter to punch out the center of each zucchini slice.
- In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Add the eggs/milk mixture to a separate bowl and whisk. Add the flour to a third bowl.
- Dredge the zucchini rings in the flour, then the eggs, then finally in the bread crumb mixture, making sure to coat all sides.
- Arrange the zucchini rings on the baking sheet. Put in freezer for 2+ hours.
- Preheat oil to 375˚F.
- Remove from freezer and fry in oil until golden brown.
- Serve with Ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
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