ZUCCHINI PARMESAN CRISP
Zucchini Parmesan Crisp is a delicious dish made from zucchini (also known as courgette) that’s coated in a crispy, flavorful Parmesan cheese and breadcrumb mixture and then baked until golden brown and crispy. It’s a popular side dish or appetizer that’s both tasty and relatively healthy since it’s baked rather than fried. Here’s a basic recipe to make Zucchini Parmesan Crisps:
Ingredients:
- 2 medium-sized zucchinis
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (you can use regular or panko breadcrumbs)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 large eggs
- Olive oil (for greasing the baking sheet)
- Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil or use a silicone baking mat.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. This mixture will be used to coat the zucchini slices.
- In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
- Slice the zucchinis into 1/4-inch thick rounds. You can choose to leave the skin on or peel the zucchinis, depending on your preference.
- Take each zucchini slice and dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Next, coat the zucchini slice with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, pressing down gently to make sure it adheres.
- Place the coated zucchini slices on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each slice.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the zucchini slices are golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
You can serve Zucchini Parmesan Crisps as a side dish with marinara sauce for dipping, or as a tasty appetizer. It’s a great way to enjoy the flavors of zucchini and Parmesan in a crunchy and satisfying form.