These Keto Battered Crispy Zucchini rounds offer a delightful twist on traditional fried zucchini, providing all the satisfying crunch and flavor without the excess carbs. Perfectly seasoned and coated in a crispy almond flour and Parmesan cheese batter, these zucchini rounds are sure to be a hit among keto enthusiasts and non-keto eaters alike.
The first step in creating these crispy delights involves preparing the zucchini by slicing them into thin rounds and sprinkling them with salt. Allowing the zucchini to sit for a short while helps draw out excess moisture, ensuring that they fry up crisp and golden brown. After patting them dry with paper towels, they’re ready to be coated in the flavorful batter.
The batter, made with almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, adds a rich and savory flavor to the zucchini rounds while providing the perfect crispy texture. The combination of almond flour and Parmesan cheese creates a coating that is both low in carbs and high in flavor, making it an ideal choice for those following a keto lifestyle.
Once the zucchini rounds are coated in the batter, they’re ready to be fried to crispy perfection. Heating cooking oil in a skillet until it’s hot but not smoking, you carefully add the coated zucchini rounds in batches, ensuring they have plenty of room to fry evenly. After just a few minutes on each side, they emerge from the oil golden brown and irresistibly crispy.
After draining on paper towels to remove any excess oil, these Keto Battered Crispy Zucchini rounds are ready to be served. Enjoy them hot and fresh out of the skillet as a delicious appetizer or snack, or pair them with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
With their crunchy exterior and tender interior, these zucchini rounds are sure to satisfy your cravings for something crispy and satisfying while keeping you on track with your keto goals. Plus, with each bite coming in at just around 2 grams of net carbs, you can indulge guilt-free and savor every delicious bite.
Ingredients:
For the zucchini:
- 2 medium zucchinis, cut into thin rounds
- Salt, for sprinkling
For the batter:
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- Cooking oil for frying (such as coconut oil, avocado oil, or ghee)
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Instructions:
- Prepare the Zucchini: Place the zucchini rounds on a paper towel-lined tray and sprinkle them lightly with salt. Let them sit for about 15 minutes to release excess moisture. Pat the zucchini dry with another paper towel.
- Prepare the Batter: In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk the Eggs: In another shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten.
- Dip and Coat: Dip each zucchini round into the whisked eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Then coat the zucchini with the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere the batter.
- Fry the Zucchini: In a skillet, heat enough cooking oil over medium-high heat to submerge the zucchini rounds. Once the oil is hot (around 350°F or 175°C), carefully add the coated zucchini rounds in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to flip them gently.
- Drain and Serve: Once the zucchini rounds are cooked to a crisp, remove them from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Enjoy: Serve the Keto Battered Crispy Zucchini immediately while they are still warm and crispy. They are perfect as a keto-friendly appetizer or snack.
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Nutritional Information (approximate, per serving):
- Calories: ~120
- Protein: ~5g
- Fat: ~9g
- Carbohydrates: ~4g
- Dietary Fiber: ~2g
- Net Carbs: ~2g
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Remember that nutritional values can vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Adjust the quantities accordingly to match your dietary preferences and needs.
