Deep Fried Parmesan Zucchini
You can substitute Italian bread crumbs for the unseasoned bread crumbs and Italian seasoning if you want.
Servings 8
Calories 188kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchini
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup plain bread crumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- vegetable oil for frying
- Ranch dressing for dipping, if desired
Instructions
- Heat oil to 350 F in a Dutch oven or deep fryer. You can also use a skillet.
- Rinse the zucchini and pat completely dry. Slice into 1/4" pieces.
- Place flour into a pie plate or shallow bowl.
- In another pie plate or shallow bowl add the milk. Whisk the eggs into the milk.
- In a third pie plate or shallow bowl combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
- Coat the zucchini sliced in the flour. Make sure you get the flour on all sides.
- Next, dip the zucchini in the milk mixture, coating completely.
- Lastly, roll the zucchini in the bread crumb mixture.
- Working in batches if necessary, fry the zucchini slices for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning once or twice. Transfer to a wire rack or a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Serve immediately with Ranch dressing if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 244mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 337IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 2mg