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Deep-Fried Zucchini Sticks

Appetizers

Yes, deep frying it takes away some of the health benefits, but if you’ve got a bunch of zucchini you can’t get your family to eat, this is your recipe! Even the staunchest non vegetable eater I know loves these crispy coated bites of hot zucchini goodness.

Recipe Summary

Ingredients

Preparation

Use fresh uncooked zucchini - do not parboil.

Completely submerge whole zucchini in salted ice water for 3-4 minutes to remove wax from the skin. If the wax is not removed, the breading will not stick.

Cut whole zucchini into half widthwise. Cut each half lengthwise into 6 equal pieces (sticks).

Deep fry eight, eight 1-ounce Breaded Zucchini sticks for 4-5 minutes at 350° or until golden brown.

Standard Breading

Bread the zucchini sticks with the standard breading procedure:

• Dredge the zucchini in flour and shake off excess.
• Roll zucchini in the Egg Wash, then Bread Crumbs and shake off any excess.

Zucchini may be stored under refrigeration until needed.

To make the Egg wash, combine 1 egg with 1/2 cup of Buttermilk and whisk together.

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 15 min
Makes: 1 serving

Presentation

When done, place zucchini sticks in a rarebit dish with 2 ozs. of Honey Mustard Sauce in a ramekin. Garnish with two sprigs of parsley.