Crispy Breaded Zucchini
Crispy Breaded Zucchini
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini, medium, about 1 pound total
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 1/2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 2 cups vegetable oil, or enough for frying
Instructions
- 1
Wash and dry the zucchini. Trim off the ends and slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Pat the zucchini slices very dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture; this helps ensure crispiness.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Set up a breading station. In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. In a second shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. In a third shallow dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure seasonings are evenly distributed.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Dredge each zucchini slice first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any extra to drip off. Finally, coat thoroughly in the Panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs. Place the breaded zucchini slices on a clean plate or baking sheet as you go.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). If you don't have a thermometer, a small piece of breading should sizzle immediately when dropped into the oil.
⏱️ 3 min•🌡️ 350
- 5
Carefully place a single layer of breaded zucchini slices into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat as needed to maintain a consistent frying temperature.
⏱️ 8 min
- 6
Using tongs, remove the fried zucchini from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara or ranch.
⏱️ 4 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Crispy Breaded Zucchini
- 2 zucchini, medium, about 1 pound total
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 1/2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 2 cups vegetable oil, or enough for frying
Instructions
- 1
Wash and dry the zucchini. Trim off the ends and slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Pat the zucchini slices very dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture; this helps ensure crispiness.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Set up a breading station. In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. In a second shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. In a third shallow dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure seasonings are evenly distributed.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Dredge each zucchini slice first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any extra to drip off. Finally, coat thoroughly in the Panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs. Place the breaded zucchini slices on a clean plate or baking sheet as you go.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). If you don't have a thermometer, a small piece of breading should sizzle immediately when dropped into the oil.
⏱️ 3 min•🌡️ 350 - 5
Carefully place a single layer of breaded zucchini slices into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat as needed to maintain a consistent frying temperature.
⏱️ 8 min - 6
Using tongs, remove the fried zucchini from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara or ranch.
⏱️ 4 min