Pan Fried Zucchini Chips
Fresh zucchini fried until crispy is a great way to use up garden produce! This is more of a guide than a strict recipe, and you'll see that's pretty flexible.
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini , sliced into rounds
- Coarse salt
- Vegetable oil, avocado oil or grapeseed oil , for frying
- About ½ cup all-purpose flour , as needed
- 1 large egg , whisked
- About 1 cup breadcrumbs (see Notes)
- Additional salt and pepper , to taste
- Additional seasonings or herbs , like Italian seasoning, garlic powder, etc. (optional)
- Ranch dressing or aioli , for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Line a sheet pan with paper towels and place zucchini rounds on top in a single layer. Sprinkle with coarse salt and cover with more paper towels. Place something somewhat heavy on top like another sheet pan or cutting board. Let sit for about 15 minutes. During this time the salt is drawing out excess moisture, which will help the breading stick better.
- In a wide skillet, pour enough oil to be about ¼-inch deep. Set over medium high heat.
- Set up an assembly line with the zucchini rounds and separate shallow bowls each for flour, whisked egg, and breadcrumbs. Add a generous pinch of salt and pepper to the flour along with any other seasonings you'd like to add (skip if you're using seasoned breadcrumbs).
- Dip each zucchini round first in the flour, then the whisked egg and finally the breadcrumbs, making sure they're completely coated.
- Add the breaded zucchini to the skillet. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Transfer zucchini to a paper towel lined plate and sprinkle with more coarse salt. Serve immediately with ranch dressing or aioli or as desired.
Video
Notes
- The amount of breadcrumbs needed will vary based on the size of your zucchini. I like to use seasoned breadcrumbs for added flavor and ease, but you can also use traditional breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs.
- Here's a helpful tutorial for not getting your hands all gummy while dredging the zucchini rounds.
- To air fry: Once zucchini slices are coated in breadcrumbs, spray both sides with nonstick cooking spray and air fry at 370°F for 10-13 minutes till brown and crispy.
Calories: 368kcal, Carbohydrates: 62g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 82mg, Sodium: 632mg, Potassium: 445mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 315IU, Vitamin C: 18mg, Calcium: 176mg, Iron: 5mg
Have you tried this recipe?I’d love to hear about it! Leave a rating and review below, or take a photo and tag it on Instagram @completelydelicious with #completelydelicious.
