BATTER - DIPPED FRIED ZUCCHINI
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1/4 c. beer
1 1/3 c. flour 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley pinch of freshly minced basil (optional) 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1 tbsp. oil 2 egg yolks, slightly beaten 2 egg whites, stiffly beaten oil grated Parmesan cheese
Allow the beer to stand at room temperature for 45 minutes. In a large bowl, combine flour, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt and garlic powder. Add oil, egg yolks and beer. Beat until smooth. Fold in beaten egg whites. Pour oil into a deep pan to 2 inches.
Heat to 375°F. Dip zucchini slices into batter. Fry 3 to 4 at a time. Turn once and fry until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels. Serve while still warm, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.
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