Crispy Zucchini with Ham and Cheese

- Appetizers
Cuisine: World Cuisine
Difficulty: Easy

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Prep Time

20 minutes
Cook Time

30 minutes

This zucchini with ham and cheese recipe turns simple zucchini into a delicious, crispy appetizer. Zucchini slices are filled with cheese and ham, coated in breadcrumbs and baked until golden and crunchy.

The secret to this recipe is layering cheese and ham between two zucchini slices to create little sandwiches with a savory filling. Each one is coated in flour, beaten eggs and breadcrumbs, then lightly sprayed with oil before baking. This creates a crispy coating without deep frying.

These crispy zucchini bites are perfect for family meals, parties or as a tasty snack. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce, especially a creamy garlic yogurt sauce.

Ingredients

1 kg zucchini, cut into rounds

Salt

100 g sliced cheese, cut to fit the zucchini rounds

100 g sliced ham, cut to fit the zucchini rounds

3 eggs

100 g all-purpose flour

100 g breadcrumbs

Black pepper, to taste

Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Sprinkle the zucchini rounds with salt and let them rest for 30 minutes to release excess moisture. Drain the liquid and pat the zucchini dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Place a piece of cheese and a piece of ham on one zucchini round. Cover with another zucchini round to make a sandwich.

Step 3

Coat each zucchini sandwich in flour, dip it into the beaten eggs, and then coat it with breadcrumbs. Season the breadcrumbs with salt and black pepper if desired.

Step 4

Arrange the coated zucchini sandwiches on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 5

Lightly spray the zucchini with cooking spray.

Step 6

Bake at 200°C (400°F) for about 30 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Serve warm.