Fried Zucchini Straws

By LRay

Whitney Otawka, Farm 255, Athens, GA, Southern Living

JULY 2013, Page 101.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt, divided
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 4 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb.), cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
• Canola oil
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine 2 cups flour, next 2 ingredients, and 1 tsp. salt in a shallow dish. Whisk together eggs and 3 Tbsp. water in another dish.

2. Process breadcrumbs in a food processor 10 to 15 seconds or until finely ground. Combine breadcrumbs, 4 Tbsp. flour, oregano, pepper, and remaining 2 tsp. salt in a third shallow dish.

3. Dredge zucchini, in batches, in flour mixture; dip in egg mixture, and dredge in breadcrumb mixture.

4. Pour oil to depth of 2 inches into a Dutch oven; heat over medium heat to 325°. Fry zucchini, in batches, 1 to 2 minutes or until golden. Drain on a wire rack over paper towels. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.