Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Slice zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Set up breading station: flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and Panko mixed with Parmesan in a third bowl.
- Dredge each zucchini round in flour, dip into eggs, and coat with the Panko-Parmesan mixture.
- Fry coated rounds in batches until golden brown (about 1 minute per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives. Experiment by adding herbs like oregano or basil to the breading for extra flavor.