Fried Zucchini

Ingredients

To prepare the fried zucchini, first wash and trim the ends, then slice them lengthwise into strips about 1 cm (1/2 inch) thick.
Cut the slices in half crosswise and slice them into fairly thin sticks.
Transfer the zucchini sticks to a colander, add the coarse salt, and cover with a plate, making sure it rests directly on top of the zucchini.
Place a weight on top of the plate and let the zucchini rest for 2 hours so they release their excess liquid.
After 2 hours, you will see that the extracted liquid has drained into the bowl underneath.
Rinse the zucchini under running water to remove the salt, then thoroughly pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Pour the vegetable oil into a pot or deep pan and heat it to 170°C (340°F).
Meanwhile, toss the zucchini evenly in the flour, then tap off any excess flour using a strainer and add them directly into the hot oil.
Fry the zucchini for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown. Fry in small batches to keep the oil temperature from dropping.
Once nicely golden, remove the zucchini with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil.
Your fried zucchini are ready to serve, hot and crispy!