Crispy Zucchini Fritti

Ingredients

• 1 courgette, sliced into thin French fries
• 4 tbsp plain flour
• Pinch of paprika

Instructions

1. 1Set aside a squeeze of lemon juice and two tablespoons of mayonnaise for the dip, and pour enough oil into your cooking vessel for deep-frying.
2. 2Toss the sliced courgette with salt in a colander and let it sit for 20 minutes to draw out the water.
3. 3Rinse the salted slices briefly under cold water, then dry them thoroughly with paper towels.
4. 4Warm the frying oil to 180°C in a deep-fat fryer or a high-sided pan over medium heat. Test the temperature by dropping in a single piece of courgette to ensure it sizzles immediately.
5. 5Mix the plain flour in a bowl with a pinch of salt and the paprika.
6. 6Coat the dried courgette pieces evenly in the seasoned flour. Carefully lower them into the hot oil and fry for a few minutes until they develop a light golden color.
7. 7Fry the pieces in small batches to maintain a crispy crust. Move the finished fritti to a paper towel-lined plate to drain while you cook the rest.
8. 8Whisk the lemon juice into the mayonnaise in a small bowl and serve it immediately as a dip for the hot fritti.

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