Vegan Crispy Fried Zucchini Sticks

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate plant-based snack with these Vegan Crispy Fried Zucchini Sticks! Perfectly golden and irresistibly crunchy, these zucchini fries are coated in a flavorful chickpea flour batter seasoned with garlic, onion, and smoky paprika, then dipped in a savory mix of gluten-free breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, and oregano. Lightly pan-fried to perfection, they boast a satisfying crunch while remaining tender on the inside. Ideal as a party appetizer, side dish, or game-day treat, these zucchini sticks pair beautifully with your favorite vegan dipping sauces. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is gluten-free and packed with bold flavors, making it a must-try for vegans and non-vegans alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 1 cup chickpea flour
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0 for frying oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and cut off the ends.

Step 2

Slice each zucchini into sticks approximately 3-4 inches long and 0.5 inches thick.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth to form a batter.

Step 4

In another bowl, mix the gluten-free breadcrumbs with nutritional yeast and dried oregano.

Step 5

Dip each zucchini stick into the chickpea flour batter, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 6

Roll the batter-coated zucchini stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs adhere.

Step 7

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. You'll need enough oil to cover the bottom of the skillet by about half an inch.

Step 8

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated zucchini sticks in the skillet, frying in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.

Step 9

Fry the zucchini sticks for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove the fried zucchini sticks from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 11

Serve immediately, with your choice of vegan dipping sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1557.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4054.6

Total Fat 252.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9513.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 391.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.7g	0%
Total Sugars 66.5g
Protein 64.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 429.2mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 2864.2mg	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: 55.5%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 38.2%