Fried Zucchini Chips

In July and August it is necessary to have a stack of recipes to use up zucchini It is everywhere. I make all kinds of things with it-  Dark Chocolate Zucchini Muffins, Lasagna, Moussaka, Chocolate Sheet Cake, and even pancakes.

When it comes to an appetizer though, fried zucchini can’t be beat. Coated in Panko crumbs with a little Parmesan cheese, these crispy Fried Zucchini Chips make a tasty summer treat. They are super crispy and savory. They also make a great zucchini side dish.

Reader Comment

Kathy says- “Just made this and turned out perfect! My husband loved them! I had eaten them before at an Italian Restaurant in Pascagoula, MS many years ago, and absolutely fell in love with them. I have to say…these are even better!!! Thank you!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Panko crumbs make them extra crispy. I like to cut my zucchini into circles instead of wedges. And I cut them fairly thin, a little less than 1/2 inch. That way they get soft all the way through in the short amount of time the zucchini is in the oil.

How To Keep Fried Zucchini Crispy

• Keep the oil around 350 degrees F. A lower oil temperature will result in soggy zucchini.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan.
• Drain on a wire rack instead of paper towels.
• Serve immediately

How To Make Crispy Fried Zucchini Cips

(More detailed instructions and video in recipe card below.)

1. Prepare ingredients. Place flour in a shallow dish. Whisk together eggs and milk in a second dish. Stir together Panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and salt in a third dish.
   
2. Dredge zucchini. Coat zucchini slices in flour, dip in egg, and then coat in Panko crumbs.
   
3. Fry the zucchini. Fry zucchini in batches until golden on each side.
   

Variations

It’s easy to alter this recipe to suit your personal tastes. Some ideas-

• Cajun Fried Zucchini– Add a teaspoon of Cajun seasoning to the Panko mixture.
• Italian Fried Zucchini– Add a teaspoon of Italian seasoning to the Panko mixture and serve with marinara sauce.
• Air Fryer Zucchini Chips– Spray breaded zucchini with cooking spray and air fry at 400 degrees for 8 minutes, flipping over halfway through.

Fried Zucchini Chips Recipe Tips

• Be sure to keep the oil right around 350 degrees. A deep-frying/candy thermometer is helpful for this. If the oil temperature is too low, they will get soggy.
• Fried Zucchini Chips are super delicious dipped in Ranch dressing.

Storage

Best eaten right away but will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days. Rewarm in oven or air fryer to crisp them up again.

More Great Fried Foods For Summer

Don’t miss this Southern Fried Okra recipe of Fried Green Tomatoes. Garden fresh southern vegetables always taste so good fried.

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Try These Other Summer Zucchini Recipes

• Carrot Zucchini Muffins
• Jalapeno Popper Zucchini Boats
• Cheesy Squash, Zucchini, and Corn Casserole
• Zucchini Cupcakes with Caramel Frosting
• Japanese Zucchini
• Taco Zucchini Boats

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