Maggiano's Fried Zucchini Recipe That’s Crispy

Are you ready to dive into a crunchy world of fried zucchini? Brace yourselves! These crispy little green wonders are not just a side dish; they’re a crispy, cheesy gateway to flavor town! Let’s get cooking and turn those zucchinis into a culinary masterpiece that might even make them the star of your next dinner party!

Fried Zucchini Delight

First things first, let’s have a look at our star of the day - the zucchini. But don’t panic! It’s not one of those boring vegetables that’ll have you reaching for the remote. We’re talking about transforming zucchini into crispy coins coated with parmesan. So get your frying pan ready, because things are about to get delicious!

Crispy Fried Zucchini ### Ingredients You’ll Need:

2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch!)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for frying

Instructions to Your Crispy Heaven:

Begin by drying your zucchini slices with paper towels. We want them as dry as a comedian at an awkward dinner party! Wet zucchinis will ruin our crispy dreams.
Set up a station: in one bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, whisk the eggs until they’re nice and frothy. In the third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. This is your flavor party!
Now, take a zucchini slice and give it a nice dusting in flour, shaking off any excess – we’re not trying to create a flour snowstorm here.
Next, dip it into the egg wash like it’s a hot spring, and then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it down gently so it sticks. Repeat until all your zucchini slices are dressed for the occasion!
In a large skillet, heat up a generous amount of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add your coated zucchini slices. Fry them until they are golden and crispy, typically about 2-3 minutes on each side. If they start dancing in the oil, you know you’re doing it right!
Once fried to perfection, remove them from the pan and place them on paper towels to soak up any excess oil. Sprinkle with a bit of salt and let them cool for a hot second.
Serve your crispy fried zucchini with a side of marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or whatever dipping sauce your heart desires, and watch them disappear faster than you can say “more zucchini, please!”

There you have it! Easy as zucchini pie (if that even exists). Enjoy your crispy fried zucchini, and may your taste buds do the happy dance!