Zucchini Cordon Bleu
Zucchini Cordon Bleu is a delicious twist on the classic dish, featuring round zucchini stuffed with cheese and ham, then breaded and fried to perfection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Round zucchini – 300 g
- Cheese – 150 g
- Ham – 100 g
- Eggs – 4
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- All-purpose flour – for coating
- Breadcrumbs – for coating
- Oil for frying – as needed
Instructions
- Slice the round zucchini into thick rounds and scoop out the center to create a cavity.
- In a bowl, mix the cheese and ham together.
- Stuff the zucchini rounds with the cheese and ham mixture.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each stuffed zucchini round in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the breaded zucchini rounds until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Zucchini Cordon Bleu!
Notes
- Feel free to use different types of cheese for varied flavors.
- For a healthier option, consider baking instead of frying.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg