Bake Zucchini Fries with Sweet Onion Dip

Adapted from kingarthurflour.com

Ingredients

2 zucchini. cut into fry size

1 Tbs kosher salt

Sweet Onion Dip

1/2 onion, diced

1/2 Tbs butter

1 Tbs apple cider vinegar

1 Tbs wildflower honey

1/2 Tbs garlic aioli mustard (Trader Joes)

1/2 cup grapeseed oil veganaise

Breading

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano cheese, shredded

1 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic salt

1/2 tsp thyme

2 eggs

Directions

Start by salting the zucchini to release excess water. Place zucchini fries in a colander over a bowl and coat with 1 Tbs kosher salt. Allow to sit for 30-60 minutes.

Meanwhile, caramelize the onion in the butter on low heat for 20-25 minutes until golden in color. It's important to cook it low and slow for the sweet flavor to develop. Next, place the caramelized onions and remaining dip ingredients (besides mayo) in food processor and process until well-combined. Mix in mayo and chill until you are ready to serve. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Next, rinse off the salt on the zucchini and then place on a kitchen towel to dry. Mix together the breading mixture in a large shallow bowl. Whisk the 2 eggs in a separate bowl. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Using one hand dip the zucchini fry into the egg, place in the breadcrumbs, coat with the other clean hand, and place on the baking sheet. Continue with remaining zucchini. Bake for 12 minutes, rotate, and bake for another 12-15 minutes until crispy. Serve with sweet onion dip.

I found this recipe on a great site pinterest.com, which is a site in which people post things that they like online. The picture drew me in because of the cripsy texture and the creative dip that accompanied them. I made a few changes to the original recipe, but it wasn't my genius creation. These fries were so tasty and comforting. Eric and I were both huge fans and we quickly ate them all. I really liked the sweet onion dip and it can also be used as a sandwich spread. You might as well double the recipe if you are going through all the work. This is a perfect recipe for an appetizer or as a side.