FRIED ZUCCHINI RINGS

Fried Zucchini Rings image

Provided by ChrisM

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium zucchini or 1 large zucchini, divided
1 cup flour (approximately)
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
2 cups breadcrumbs (approximately)
oil, for frying
3 tablespoons shortening or 3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 (10 ounce) can chicken broth
5 -6 slices zucchini

Steps:

Zucchini:.
Slice the zucchini about a 1/4 inch thick, using a mandolin, or a knife.
In a plate place the flour, in another put the breadcrumbs and in a bowl whisk the eggs and the milk together.
Then dip a slice of zucchini in the flour, then in the egg mixture, then in the breadcrumbs.
While you are breading the zucchini, heat enough oil to coat the skillet.
Fry the zucchini on medium low until a deep brown on each side. Place on a plate and keep warm.
Sauce:.
Combine the shortening and the flour on medium heat till shortening is melted.
Simmer 1 minute.
Then in the food processor or blender add the zucchini till pureed.
Then add the broth, and pulse.
Pour the mixture through a cheesecloth, then slowly whisk the broth mixture into the shortening/flour mixture.
Heat till thickened.
Serve over the zucchini.