MomsMenu.com Recipe Finder Battered Deep-Fried Zucchini

4 cups zucchini in slices about 1/4" thick
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow corn meal
3 large eggs
1 cup evaporated milk
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp onion powder (optional)
peanut oil for deep-frying

In a deep fryer get peanut oil piping hot (about 350 F)
In a bowl blend the eggs and milk.
In another bowl blend the flour, corn meal, salt, pepper and
paprika.
Spread a sheet of waxed paper near cooking area and place dry
ingredients on this.
Dip each slice of zucchini in the egg wash, then dredge both sides
with dry ingredients and place the slice in the hot oil. When slices are
golden brown remove to a large bowl that has been lined with paper
towels.

From: Arnold Pancratz, Maitre de Cuisine, Jackson, MS