Zucchini Sticks

You are probably thinking I have a slight addiction to appetizers. January has been on overload in the snack food category here at The Black Peppercorn. But you will not see me complaining because little bite size goodies like these zucchini sticks are oh so tasty!

If you have never used panko bread crumbs, I highly encourage you to give them a try. They are Japanese bread crumbs. Actually the word panko is the Japanese word for bread crumbs. They are made without the crusts and are flakier than our North American version of bread crumbs.

Deep Fried Zucchini Sticks

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These deep fried zucchini sticks are breaded with panko, parmesan cheese and oregano to create a flaky, crispy, Italian flavoured breading. Dip with ranch or marinara sauce.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

  • 2 zucchini
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 eggs

Instructions

  • Cut the ends off the zucchini. Cut in half and proceed to cut into sticks.
  • Set three bowls side by side. In the first bowl place the flour. In second, lightly beat the eggs. In the third bowl mix the panko, parmesan cheese, salt and oregano.
  • One at a time, dredge the zucchini sticks in the flour. Then dip them in the eggs. After that, place the zucchini sticks in the bread crumb mixture.
  • Slowly place the zucchini sticks in 375F oil. Deep fry for 2-3 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time. Have 5 or 6 zucchini sticks at a time in the hot oil.
  • Drain on a paper towel.
  • Serve with a dipping sauce like ranch dressing or marinara sauce.

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11 comments

  • Ha! I just bought zucchini at the grocery store for this very thing. Can’t wait to try this!

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  • Steve, it’s been a great pleasure to check your blog and see all the wonderful finger food recipes you’ve posted these last few weeks. I guess you’re very ready for Superbowl… and the rest of us will be too, thanks to you! These “zucchini sticks” are just great!

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  • Mmm, these look so crispy and delicious. What a treat.

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  • I have no problem with your addiction to appetizers – they’re my favorite part! These look amazing!

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  • These look super crunchy and delicious! Your appetizer recipes are terrific!

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  • I’ve really been loving your appetizer series so don’t stop by any means. It’s always great to have a lot of fun hot appetizers for parties… and with the Super Bowl right around the corner we could all use them. These look wonderful!

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  • Hi Steve, I love to cook with panko when I fry anything. These look great.
    Regina

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  • Where would we be without Panko! Certainly lacking in the appetizer area for sure. These sticks do look deliciously toasty and zucchini needs to be in the diet, so I am all for this. Yum!

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  • This is a terrific recipe for zucchini, but I can see using it for other vegetables like mushrooms. Yum!

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  • What a delicious sounding list of ingredients! I’ll bet these taste awesome!

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