Vegan Crispy Fried Courgette

Prepare to elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Vegan Crispy Fried Courgette recipe! Perfectly golden and satisfyingly crunchy, these zucchini rounds are coated in a flavorful batter infused with garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of paprika, and then rolled in crisp panko breadcrumbs for maximum texture. Fried to perfection in a neutral oil, these vegan bites offer a delightful combination of light, airy batter and tender courgette inside. Ready in just 30 minutes, this plant-based dish is ideal for sharing at parties, snacking on with friends, or enjoying alongside your favorite vegan dipping sauce. Whether you’re catering to vegans or simply craving a tasty vegetable appetizer, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium courgette (zucchini)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 2 cups neutral oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and slice the courgettes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth batter forms with no lumps.

Step 4

Place the panko breadcrumbs into a shallow dish.

Step 5

Dip each courgette slice into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 6

Then, dredge the battered courgette slices in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs.

Step 7

Heat the oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 8

Carefully add the courgette slices in batches to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried courgette to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining courgette slices, ensuring the oil returns to temperature between batches.

Step 11

Serve immediately with your favorite vegan dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1365.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5173.6

Total Fat 479.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2355.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 32.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 155.1mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 1288.6mg	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: 81.9%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 15.6%