Batter-fried Zucchini

Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Preparation Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 lb fresh zucchini (about 3 medium) or 1 lb summer squash (about 3 medium)
• butter flavor shortening, for frying
• grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

• 1 combine 1 cup flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, lemon pepper, onion powder, milk and egg in medium bowl. blend until smooth. refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
• 2 place remaining 1/2 cup flour in plastic or paper bag. cut zucchini into 1/4-inch diagonal slices. rinse and pat dry. shake slices in flour to coat.
• 3 melt shortening to a depth of 2 to 3 inches in a deep fryer or deep saucepan; heat to 375ºf. dip floured zucchini in chilled batter. let excess drip back into bowl.
• 4 fry a few at a time in hot oil 4 to 4 1/2 minutes, or until golden brown, turning several times. drain on paper towels. serve immediately or keep warm in 175ºf oven. sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.