Vegan Crispy Fried Zucchini Sticks
Get ready to transform humble zucchini into an irresistible appetizer with this Vegan Crispy Fried Zucchini Sticks recipe! Perfect for plant-based food lovers, these zucchini sticks are coated in a flavorful chickpea flour batter seasoned with garlic, onion powder, and smoked paprika, then rolled in a crunchy mix of gluten-free breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, and oregano. Fried to golden perfection, they boast a crispy exterior while remaining tender inside. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply craving a snack, these zucchini sticks are quick to prepare and pair wonderfully with your favorite vegan dipping sauces. With their savory spices and crowd-pleasing crunch, this vegan recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their snack game!
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Recipe Information
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
- for frying oil
Instructions
Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and cut off the ends.
Slice each zucchini into sticks approximately 3-4 inches long and 0.5 inches thick.
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.
In another bowl, mix the gluten-free breadcrumbs with nutritional yeast and dried oregano.
Dip each zucchini stick into the chickpea flour batter, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Roll the batter-coated zucchini stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs adhere.
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.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated zucchini sticks in the skillet, frying in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
Fry the zucchini sticks for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried zucchini sticks from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately, with your choice of vegan dipping sauces.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.3 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2609 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 263.2 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.7 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 56.4 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 3058 mg | 65% | |
*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.
