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Zucchini shoestring and ribbon fries

A recipe for classic Italian zucchini shoestring and ribbon fries
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zucchini shoestring fries
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 large zucchini or 8-10 medium
  • 750 ml - 1 litre vegetable oil
  • 400 ml cold milk
  • 400 g flour - seasoned with salt and pepper
  • salt

Instructions

  • Cut the zucchini into fries and or ribbons.
  • Heat the oil in large pot so that its at least 1/4 full and bring it to 190 C.
  • Gently dredge the zucchini in the milk and then toss them around the seasoned flour until well coated.
  • Drop them in the hot oil in batches and fry for around 3 minutes and until they turn a golden brown.
  • Lift out with a slotted spoon or mesh strainer and drain on kitchen paper and serve.

Notes

These are best eaten straight after they are made and will not keep well.