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Crispy Fried Zucchini with Garlic Aioli

Crispy golden fried zucchini served with a creamy garlic aioli for the perfect appetizer or side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 265
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fried Zucchini
  • 3 zucchini sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • 1.5 cups breadcrumbs Italian style
  • oil for frying
Garlic Aioli
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet or fryer
  • Wire rack
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Slice zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds and pat dry.
  2. Mix flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  3. Whisk eggs in a second bowl and add breadcrumbs to a third bowl.
  4. Dredge zucchini first in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat oil to 350°F and fry zucchini until golden, 2–3 minutes per side.
  6. Drain on rack or towels.
  7. Mix all aioli ingredients and chill before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 540mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For extra crunch, use panko. Serve immediately for best texture.

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