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The Microwave Hack For Extra Crispy Zucchini (It's Not What You Think) By Javaria Akbar Oct. 21, 2025 4:39 pm EST

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Search the web for crispy zucchini recipes and you'll likely find several that call for coating the sliced summer squash in breadcrumbs before shallow frying it in a skillet or deep frying in a Dutch oven. While this method does elicit a crunchy texture, it requires lots of carb-heavy breadcrumbs and a hefty glug of oil. To make zucchini that's crispy on the outside without the addition of extra ingredients, employ the help of your microwave to draw out the excess moisture in its flesh before searing it until golden and flavorful.

There are several ways to cook zucchini , such as mixing it into the batter for the perfect

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