Zucchini Sticks
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Zucchini Sticks
Description
To prepare zucchini sticks, the vegetable is first cut into uniform strips to ensure even cooking. They are dredged in three successive layers: a flour mixture seasoned with salt and pepper, an egg wash to bind, and a breadcrumb-Parmesan blend adding crispness and flavor. Deep frying at 350°F creates a crunchy outside while cooking the zucchini inside until tender.
The addition of Parmesan cheese into the breadcrumb mixture lends a salty, nutty dimension complementing the zucchini’s mild taste. Serving the sticks with warm marinara sauce introduces acidity and a tomato garnish that balances the richness of fried coating.
This recipe provides a straightforward method to enjoy zucchini as a finger food with familiar textures reminiscent of fried snacks but with a vegetable base. The coatings and frying temperature are key to achieving the right crunchy texture and golden color.
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini cut into 3-inch long by 1/2-inch wide strips
Flour Mixture
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Egg Mixture
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 tablespoon water
Breadcrumbs Mixture
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
- vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup marinara sauce heated for dipping (optional
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep saucepan to 350°F. (You should have about 2 inches of oil.)
- On a wide deep plate, whisk together the flour, salt, and pepper.
- On a second plate, whisk together the egg and the water.
- On a third plate, whisk together bread crumbs and parmesan cheese.
- Dredge the zucchini sticks first in the flour mixture, then the egg, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
- Working in batches, add the 5-6 zucchini sticks to the heated oil and cook for 3 minutes (or until golden brown). Set on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve warm, dipped in marinara sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16sticks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 43 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 43kcal | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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