Crispy Breaded Zucchini with Hearty Vegetable Sauce

Instructions

Prepare the Zucchini: Peel the zucchini and make longitudinal cuts without cutting through completely. Season with salt and pepper, then let them sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture.

Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a bowl, beat the eggs with the mayonnaise until well combined.

Prepare the Breading: In another bowl, mix together the flour, breadcrumbs, and paprika.

Bread the Zucchini: After the zucchini has rested, squeeze out excess moisture, then roll them in the flour-breadcrumb mixture, followed by dipping into the egg mixture.

Fry the Zucchini: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over low heat. Add the breaded zucchini, cover, and fry each side for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.

Make the Vegetable Sauce: In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil. Add chopped onion, celery, red pepper, and tomato sequentially, frying each for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir in tomato sauce and water, cover, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Serve: Place fried zucchini on a serving dish. Pour the hot vegetable sauce over the top and garnish with chopped dill and minced garlic.

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