Holiday
Fried Zucchini
A holiday appetizer from Savor the Holidays — ready in 30 minutes.
Recipe by Cyman Huang
Cooked, styled and photographed in his kitchen.
Fried Zucchini opens the appetizer chapter of Savor the Holidays — a crowd-pleasing bite built for gatherings, parties, and festive tables.
Watch it come together
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping (optional)
Method
- 1
Wash the zucchini and cut off the ends. Slice the zucchini into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Dip each zucchini slice into the beaten eggs, making sure to coat both sides.
- 4
Dredge the zucchini slice in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
- 5
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to about 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Carefully place the coated zucchini slices into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches if necessary.
- 7
Fry the zucchini slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- 8
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the Fried Zucchini slices from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- 9
Repeat the frying process with the remaining zucchini slices.
- 10
Serve the Fried Zucchini hot as an appetizer or side dish. You can also serve them with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
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