Fried Zucchini Grandma's Recipe

Name: Fried Zucchini Grandma's Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 17 min
Ingredients: Vegetable oil, or Canola for frying; 2 to 3 large zucchini or 3 to 4 small zucchini, cut into 1/4 to 1/2-inch rounds; 2 cups Italian homemade breadcrumbs or Italian flavored store-bought; 2 cloves finely mince garlic; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 teaspoon of granulated garlic around; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons grated cheese and more for garnishing

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Total: 17 minutes

Author : Claudia Lamascolo

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Vegetable oil, or Canola for frying2 to 3 large zucchini or 3 to 4 small zucchini, cut into 1/4 to 1/2-inch rounds2 cups Italian homemade breadcrumbs or Italian flavored store-bought2 cloves finely mince garlicSalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste1 teaspoon of granulated garlic around2 eggs, lightly beaten1/4 cup water2 tablespoons grated cheese and more for garnishing

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Step 1

In a pie plate combine crumbs, minced garlic, grated cheese, granulated garlic and salt, pepper, to taste.

Step 2

On another pie plate beat eggs and water together until blended.

Step 3

Dredge the zucchini in the egg wash then into the crumbs.

Step 4

Press crumbs into the zucchini rounds.

Step 5

Heat around 1 inch of oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat.

Step 6

Working in small batches, place the breaded zucchini slices in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 7

Place on paper towels to drain.

Step 8

Serve with marinara sauce and grated cheese on top if you prefer and sprinkle the top with red pepper flakes.

Step 9

Optional serving suggestion: Sprinkle the fried zucchini with grated cheese, dried oregano, chopped fresh basil, red pepper flakes after frying, and dip them in marinara sauce.