Mix Eggs: In a bowl, beat the eggs with mayonnaise.
Prepare the Breading:
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together the flour, breadcrumbs, and paprika.
Bread the Zucchini:
Bread and Rest: After the zucchini has rested, squeeze out excess moisture, roll them in the flour-breadcrumb mixture, then dip into the egg mixture.
Fry the Zucchini:
Fry: 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:
Cook Vegetables: 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.
Simmer Sauce: Stir in tomato sauce and water, cover, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Serve:
Assemble and Serve: Place fried zucchini on a serving dish, pour the hot vegetable sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped dill and minced garlic.
Serving Suggestions
The Crispy Breaded Zucchini with Hearty Vegetable Sauce is best served hot and fresh. It pairs wonderfully with a side of creamy mashed potatoes or over a bed of light, fluffy couscous to soak up the delicious sauce. For a greener touch, serve alongside a crisp green salad or steamed broccoli to balance out the richness of the fried zucchini.
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