Fried Zucchini

Ouadie Rhabbouron

This crispy, golden Fried Zucchini (Kabak Kızartması) is a beloved Mediterranean and Aegean classic, offering a perfect crunch on the outside while remaining tender and juicy on the inside. Often served as a warm appetizer (meze) or a light summer side dish, these sliced zucchini rounds are lightly dredged and pan-fried to perfection, making them completely irresistible when paired with a savory dipping sauce.

Ingredients

  • 3 Medium Zucchini, washed and sliced into even $1/4$-inch rounds

  • 1/2 Cup All-Purpose Flour (or cornstarch for an extra crisp coating)

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika

  • Salt and Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, to taste

  • Vegetable Oil, for shallow frying (such as sunflower, canola, or a light olive oil)

For the Dipping Sauce (Traditional Garlic Yogurt)

  • 1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt (or thick strained yogurt)

  • 1-2 Garlic Cloves, minced or grated

  • 1 Teaspoon Olive Oil

  • Fresh Dill or Mint, finely chopped for garnish

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