Source: jam-bakery.ruFried zucchini is juicy and healthy, and in season, it's also very inexpensive. But how do you properly fry zucchini in batter to make it tasty, beautiful, and prevent burning? Here's a selection of the best recipes!
1. Zucchini in Batter in a Frying Pan
Source: jam-bakery.ruThe simplest recipe for classic egg batter.
You will need: 800g zucchini, 2 eggs, 7 tbsp flour, 4 tbsp vegetable oil, salt and pepper.
Preparation: Wash the zucchini, slice it into rounds about 1 cm thick, and salt each side. Let them sit for 15 minutes to absorb the salt and release excess liquid.
Whisk the eggs, add about 100 ml of water for consistency, and season to taste. Gradually add the sifted flour, stirring constantly to prevent lumps in the batter. Dip each zucchini slice into the batter and fry on both sides.
2. Zucchini in Kefir Batter
Source: alexgitara.ruThis batter creates a very pleasant crispy crust that perfectly locks in moisture.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 1 cup kefir, 1 cup flour, 1 tsp sugar, 1 egg, 1 tsp baking soda, salt.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs with sugar and salt. Gradually pour in the kefir, continuing to stir, then add the flour in several batches. Finally, add the baking soda and mix the batter.
Slice the zucchini into uniform rounds, salt them, and dip each into the kefir-egg mixture. Fry on both sides until a beautiful golden crust forms.
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3. Zucchini in Mineral Water Batter
Source: anymenu.ruCarbonated mineral water always makes the batter tender and airy.
You will need: 3 zucchini, 2 eggs, 0.5 cup carbonated mineral water, herbs, garlic, spices, flour.
Preparation: Finely chop some herbs, press the garlic, and mix your favorite spices with the herbs. Slice the zucchini into uniform rounds and coat them in this mixture.
Separately, whisk the eggs with salt, and gradually add the mineral water. The mixture will be quite liquid and bubbly. Add a little flour as needed to achieve the desired consistency. Dip each zucchini slice into the batter and fry.
4. Zucchini in Milk Batter
Source: medaboutme.ruYou can even experiment with rice or oat milk.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 egg, 200 ml milk, spices, flour.
Preparation: Lightly whisk the milk with the egg, add spices, and gradually incorporate flour until it reaches the consistency of thick sour cream. Slice the zucchini into rounds, dip each into the batter, and fry in a pan.
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5. Zucchini in Mayonnaise Batter
Source: activefisher.netAn original take on a piquant and tender batter.
You will need: 700g zucchini, 100g mayonnaise, 2 tbsp flour, 1 egg, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Mix the mayonnaise with the egg, add spices and crushed garlic. Stir in the flour until the batter is thick enough not to drip off the zucchini.
Slice the zucchini into rounds or sticks, dip them into the mayonnaise mixture, and fry in a pan. To ensure even cooking and prevent burning, use low heat.
6. Zucchini in Beer Batter
Source: zen.yandex.ruAn unconventional interpretation of a common dish.
You will need: 3 zucchini, 1 egg, 200 ml beer, 4 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Lightly whisk the beer with the egg and add the sifted flour with spices. The batter should be quite thick, similar to pancake batter.
Slice the zucchini into rounds, salt and season both sides. Dip each slice into the batter and fry in odorless vegetable oil in a preheated pan.
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7. Zucchini in Mustard Batter
Source: cookpad.comYou can mix several types of mustard – for example, spicy and Dijon.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 6 tbsp sour cream, 2 tbsp mustard, 2 eggs, spices, herbs, flour.
Preparation: Mix sour cream, mustard, and eggs, then add chopped herbs and spices. Adjust the consistency with flour. Slice the zucchini into rounds, dip each into the mustard batter, and fry in a pan.
8. Zucchini in Cheese Batter
Source: pinterest.ruCheese batter is a classic, so you definitely have to try it!
You will need: 500g zucchini, 150 ml kefir, 5 tbsp flour, 100g cheese, spices.
Preparation: Mix kefir with spices and add finely grated cheese. Finally, add the flour and mix the batter well until smooth, ensuring it's thick enough and lump-free.
Slice the zucchini into rounds or planks about 5-7 mm thick. Dip each piece into the batter and fry in a well-heated pan.
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9. Zucchini in Oat Batter
Source: jam-bakery.ruA very unusual crispy batter with oat flakes.
You will need: 300g zucchini, 100g oat flakes, 100g flour, 85 ml milk, 1 egg, a pinch of salt and baking soda, spices.
Preparation: Grind the oat flakes, but not completely into flour. Add them to warm milk, and crack in the egg. Salt, season, add baking soda, mix the batter well, and slowly incorporate the flour.
The resulting mixture will be quite dense and thick. Slice the zucchini into medium-thick rings, dip each into the batter, and fry on both sides.
10. Zucchini in Batter in the Oven
Source: instagram.comWe're used to thinking that batter means frying. But there are other ways to cook it!
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 egg, 100g flour, 100g cheese, spices.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into rounds or strips about 1 cm thick. Whisk the egg with all the spices and salt, separately prepare the flour and grate the cheese.
Dip each piece of zucchini in flour, then in egg, and finally in cheese. Be sure to line a baking sheet with parchment paper, arrange the zucchini on it, and bake at 180 degrees Celsius until golden brown, about 7 minutes.