Shoestring zucchini fries, also known as zucchini matchsticks, are a delightful and healthy appetizer or side dish that adds a crispy and flavorful element to any meal. Made from thinly sliced zucchini, coated in a seasoned breading, and then fried until golden brown, these shoestring fries offer a delicious alternative to traditional potato fries. With their vibrant green color and addictive crunch, shoestring zucchini fries are sure to be a hit among both adults and children.
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ZUCCHINI SHOESTRING AND RIBBON FRIES
Provided by Sam
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut the zucchini into fries and or ribbons.
- Heat the oil in large pot so that its at least 1/4 full and bring it to 190 C.
- Gently dredge the zucchini in the milk and then toss them around the seasoned flour until well coated.
- Drop them in the hot oil in batches and fry for around 3 minutes and until they turn a golden brown.
- Lift out with a slotted spoon or mesh strainer and drain on kitchen paper and serve.
HOMEMADE FRIED ZUCCHINI
These homemade fried zucchini are light, crisp, and nearly imposssible to resist! To achieve the light and crisp texture, the zucchini slices are dipped in milk and then tossed gently in seasoned flour before being fried.
Provided by Laura / A Beautiful Plate
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Trim and discard the ends of the zucchini. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the zucchini lengthwise into ¼-inch slices. Cut each slice lengthwise into ¼-inch shoestring fries (discard any inner pieces that are very seedy, as they won't fry as well, save for soup or other purposes). Alternatively, you could julienne the zucchini with a mandolin.
- Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot to 365°F (185°C). The oil should fill the pot halfway or more.
- Place the milk in a medium bowl. Set the flour on a large sheet of wax paper or plate. Line a half sheet pan with paper towels and set close to the frying area.
- Gently dip a small handful of zucchini matchsticks into the milk. Toss the pieces in the flour until lightly coated. Drop the pieces gently into the frying oil, and using a spider or slotted spoon, gently stir and flip so they brown evenly. It will take roughly 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Avoid over-crowding the pot, you'll want to try in batches. Fry the zucchini for roughly 2-3 minutes per batch. Lift and transfer the zucchini fries to the paper towel lined baking sheet. Season immediately with salt and pepper.
- Serve the hot zucchini fries with lemon wedges for squeezing.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 273 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 23 mg, UnsaturatedFat 26 g
SHOE STRING FRIES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat about 2-inches of oil in a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer reads 365 degrees F. Line a pan with paper towels.
- While the oil heats slice the potatoes into shoestring fries with the thin julienne attachment of a hand-held mandolin or vegetable slicer. Swish the cut potatoes in a bowl of tepid water, and then spin them as dry as possible in a salad spinner. Spread them on towels, and blot with more towels-you want the potatoes bone dry so that they don't spatter in the hot oil.
- Increase the heat to medium-high, and working in batches, carefully add the potatoes to the oil and fry until brown and crispy, about 4 minutes. Scoop the fries from the oil with a slotted spoon, and drain on the prepared pan. Repeat with the rest of the potatoes, making sure the oil returns to 365 degrees F. before adding each batch. Season with salt and serve.
- Copyright 2005 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved.
SHOESTRING ZUCCHINI FRIES
Categories Vegetable Side Fry Quick & Easy Zucchini Summer Vegan Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 1 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Halve zucchini crosswise, then cut each half lengthwise into 1/8-inch-wide slices and cut slices lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick strips. Toss with salt in a large medium-mesh sieve set over a bowl and drain 30 minutes. Squeeze handfuls of zucchini to remove moisture, then roll up in a triple layer of paper towels and squeeze to remove remaining moisture.
- Cook garlic in oil in a 7- to 8-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat, turning occasionally, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Discard garlic.
- While garlic is cooking, toss zucchini with flour in a small bowl, then add to oil and fry, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon, until zucchini is golden, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer zucchini to paper towels to drain. Serve immediately.
ZUCCHINI FRIES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: zucchinis, panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried basil, salt, pepper, eggs, plain greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh chives, salt, pepper
Provided by Mercedes Sandoval
Categories Appetizers
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut zucchini into fries and set aside.
- In a large bowl combine panko, parmesan, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl or dish.
- Dip zucchini in eggs, coating evenly, and then toss in bread crumb mixture.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prepare dip while fries are baking. Combine all dip ingredients in a small bowl and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 11 grams
QUICK AND EASY PARMESAN ZUCCHINI FRIES
Zucchinis, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and paprika make these ultimate zucchini fries, that are so easy to make, and carb-conscious as well!
Provided by Fioa
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl. Combine Parmesan cheese, mixed herbs, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper in a separate shallow bowl; mix well.
- Dip zucchini fries into beaten eggs, in batches; shake to remove excess, and roll in Parmesan mixture until fully coated. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven, turning once, until golden and crispy, 30 to 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 283.6 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
OVEN-BAKED SHOESTRING FRIES
These delicate, crunchy fries are the perfect French bistro-inspired accompaniment to our Hanger Steak with Shallots.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Coat 2 baking sheets with cooking spray; set aside. Toss together potatoes, oil, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Arrange potatoes in a single layer on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake, turning potatoes with a metal spatula 2 or 3 times and rotating sheets halfway through, until potatoes are crisp and edges turn golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Arrange potatoes on a large piece of parchment paper; let cool 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake, turning potatoes with a metal spatula a few times and rotating sheets halfway through, until crisp and golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Transfer potatoes to a large piece of parchment paper; let cool 5 minutes, then season with salt and pepper, and serve.
BAKED ZUCCHINI FRIES
This recipe is easy and delicious! Can be used for appetizers or part of the main course!
Provided by Tralayna
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Zucchini Appetizer Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Stir bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese together in a shallow bowl. Whisk eggs in a separate shallow bowl.
- Working in batches, dip zucchini strips into egg mixture, shake to remove any excess, and roll strips in bread crumb mixture to coat. Transfer coated zucchini strips to the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake zucchini fries in the preheated oven, turning once, until golden and crisp, 20 to 24 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 97.4 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 225 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
AIR-FRYER ZUCCHINI FRIES
Instead of french fries with my burgers and sandwiches, I love to serve these air-fryer zucchini fries. They're crispy, delicious and a wonderful way to use up the zucchini from my garden. -Matthew Hass, Ellison Bay, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 400°. Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise and then in half crosswise. Cut each piece lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices., In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, cheese and seasonings. Place flour and eggs in separate shallow bowls. Dip zucchini slices in flour, then in egg and then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere. , In batches, place zucchini on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 15-20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, .
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
Tips:
- For crispier fries, use a mandoline to cut the zucchini into thin, even strips.
- Soak the zucchini strips in cold water for 30 minutes before frying. This will help them stay crispy.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the zucchini strips. Otherwise, they will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the zucchini strips. This will also cause them to become greasy.
- Serve the zucchini fries immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Shoestring zucchini fries are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional potato fries. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed as a snack or side dish. With their crispy texture and zesty flavor, these fries are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a tasty and healthy snack, give shoestring zucchini fries a try!
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