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Fried Zucchini Tacos

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There are various ways to make this recipe vegan.  One way is by replacing the egg with 1 tbsp finely ground flax seed and 3 tbsp water and using a vegan sour cream instead.  Once the flax seed has thickened, coat zucchini then lightly dredge in panko.  For omnivores, throw the zucchini back into the fridge for someone else who cares and fry up chicken, shrimp, or beef.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • coconut oil for frying
  • 1 large zucchini (sliced into long strips)
  • 1 egg
  • kosher salt
  • 1 cup seasoned panko crumbs
  • fresh cracked pepper
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup sour cream ( )
  • 1 lime
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 small red onion (finely diced)
  • microgreens or shredded lettuce (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Beat egg and pour into a gallon size ziplock bag.  Add sliced zucchini into the bag and gently massage until zucchini is covered with egg.  Set aside.In a small mixing bowl, combine sour cream, juice from lime, cayenne, and salt and pepper to taste.  Stir ingredients together and set aside.
    Heat coconut oil over medium heat in a nonstick skillet.

    Pour panko into a shallow baking sheet or plate.  Add a little salt and pepper to season.
    Remove zucchini, one at a time, from bag and dredge in panko.  Fry in heated skillet for 30-45 seconds on each side or until panko is golden.  You want the zucchini to still be a bit firm and have a crunch.

  2. Heat tortillas over open flame until nicely charred.  Assemble tacos with zucchini, diced red onion, greens, and sour cream.  Serve immediately.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch