Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Zucchini Sticks

Transform your snacking game with these irresistible Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Zucchini Sticks—a perfect plant-based treat that's crunchy, golden, and bursting with flavor! Coated in a seasoned batter featuring garlic, onion, and paprika, and given the lightest, crispiest touch with panko bread crumbs, these zucchini sticks are fried to perfection for maximum crunch. The use of sparkling water ensures an airy batter, while the dairy-free recipe caters to a wide range of dietary needs. Ready in just 35 minutes, they make an ideal appetizer, side dish, or party snack. Serve them hot with your favorite dairy-free dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that'll have everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.25 cups Sparkling water
• 1.5 cups Panko bread crumbs
• 2 cups Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and trim the ends off. Cut each zucchini into sticks approximately 3 inches long and 1/2 inch wide.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.

Step 3

Slowly add the sparkling water to the dry mixture, whisking until a smooth batter forms. It should have the consistency of pancake batter.

Step 4

Place the panko bread crumbs in a shallow dish or plate.

Step 5

In a large heavy-bottomed skillet or deep saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Dip each zucchini stick into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, and then roll it in the panko bread crumbs until it is fully coated.

Step 7

Fry the coated zucchini sticks in the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook them for about 3-4 minutes or until they are golden and crispy.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried zucchini sticks from the oil, and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Season with additional salt if desired while they are still hot.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your favorite dairy-free dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1452.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4884.2

Total Fat 429.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 269.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6612.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 254.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 41.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 447.6mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 1269.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.6%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 20.1%