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Simple Pan Fried Zucchini Rounds

Seared and browned caramelized sliced zucchini rounds on a white plate with red pepper flakes lightly garnished. Top view crop to a rectangle.
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This fast and simple pan fried zucchini recipe is easy and has no flour. Sear the sliced zucchini rounds in a pan for ~ 5 minutes until browned and caramelized.

Ingredients

  • 3 medium zucchini (~ 1 pound), sliced into ~ ¼" - ½" rounds
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • pinch black pepper
  • optional additional herbs or spices

Instructions

  • Slice zucchini into ¼ - ½ inch rounds.
  • Bring a nonstick skillet to medium high heat and add enough olive oil to lightly cover the pan.
  • Add sliced zucchini to skillet in one even layer and salt and pepper the top.
  • Cook uncovered and undisturbed for 2-3 minutes or until browned on one side.
  • Flip zucchini over and salt and pepper the second side.
  • Cook ~2 minutes or until seared.
  • It's done!  Add salt to taste and/or your favorite herbs, spices, nuts, cheese as a garnish.  Happy eating!

Notes

  • Choose firm small to medium sized zucchini
  • Slice the zucchini thicker to ensure a browned outside and a tender but still crisp inside.
  • Add favorite garnishes.

Find it online: https://eatsimplefood.com/simple-pan-fried-zucchini-rounds/