Fried Courgettes (Fried Zucchini)

Prepping

1. Mince or chop the garlic.
2. Grate the parmesan cheese and set aside.
3. Prepare the courgettes by trimming off the tops and tails, then slicing them into rounds approximately 5mm to 1cm (0.20" to 0.40") thick.

Frying the courgettes

1. In a large frying pan, combine the olive oil and butter.
2. Heat them over medium-high heat until the butter becomes frothy and begins to melt.
3. Add the garlic to the pan and fry it with the butter and oil for about 30 seconds.
4. Arrange the courgette rounds in a single layer in the pan and let them cook undisturbed for approximately 2.5 minutes.You might have to cook the courgettes in multiple batches. Don't worry, there should be sufficient oil and butter in the pan for the remaining rounds.
5. Once the bottom sides start to look a bit charred, flip them over using two forks and let them cook for another 2.5 minutes until they are slightly browned and have a few charred spots.
6. Transfer the fried courgettes to a bowl.
7. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, herbs, lemon juice and half of the Parmesan evenly over the courgettes. Give them a gentle toss to coat.
8. Transfer the pan-fried courgettes to a serving bowl and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over them. Serve immediately.