FRIED GARLIC & CHILLI ZUCCHINI

I’ve finally found a way to cook zucchini and make it taste relatively delicious to me. Being such a bland vegetable, I struggled with eating it during my childhood as it always seemed to end up on our dinner table at least three times a week, whether it was hidden in a stir-fry, roasted or baked. My theory is that if you put garlic and fresh herbs with anything, you can make it appetizing. Add a sprinkle of chilli for those that like it fiery and a once flavourless vegetable is no more!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 large zucchini, thinly sliced into rings 
• 1/4 teaspoon chilli flakes (depending on how hot you want it)
• 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1 heaped tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
• coconut oil

COOKING 

1. Combine 1 tablespoon liquid coconut oil, zucchini slices, chilli and garlic in a medium bowl and toss well to combine. Heat a medium frying pan over medium heat. When pan is warm add zucchini slices to pan so that there is no overlapping. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until slices are slightly golden. Repeat until all zucchini is cooked, then serve warm. 

Serves / 4 as a side dish 

Total Preparation time / 5 minutes 

Total Cooking time / 12 minutes 

x Emily