Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 large zucchini (or two small)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Method

  • In shallow dish, combine cornmeal, fennel seeds, oregano, salt, cayenne and pepper. In another dish, beat eggs with water.
  • Cut zucchini into 1/2-inch slices. Dip each slice into flour to coat; shake off excess. Dip into egg mixture; dip into cornmeal mixture, pressing mixture on to coat.
  • In skillet, heat half of the oil and butter over medium-high heat; add half of the zucchini and reduce heat to medium. Cook, gently turning once, for 5 to 7 minutes or until zucchini is soft inside and outside is golden. Repeat with remaining oil, butter and zucchini.