Crispy golden-fried zucchini tossed with fresh garlic, red onion, parsley, and crushed red pepper, served on toasted schiacciata bread with creamy stracciatella cheese and spicy N’Dujadella salami.
🍆 A Crispy Italian Specialty: Chef Vinny of Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace shows you how to make Zucchini Mulino—crispy fried zucchini tossed with fresh garlic, red onion, and parsley—and how to serve it on a N’Dujadella Zucchini on Schiacciata sandwich with creamy stracciatella and spicy salami.
Quick Answer: Zucchini Mulino is made by slicing zucchini thin, dredging it in seasoned flour, and frying until golden brown. The crispy rounds are then tossed while hot with minced fresh red onion, garlic, parsley, and crushed red pepper. This zucchini is served on toasted schiacciata bread with stracciatella cheese and sliced N’Dujadella salami for a delicious Italian sandwich.
Zucchini – 2 ea
Red Onion – ¼ cup (minced)
Garlic – 2 cloves (minced)
Parsley – ¼ cup (chopped)
Flour – ½ cup
Red Pepper Flakes – 1 tbs
Salt – 1 tsp
Black Pepper – Pinch
Oil for Frying – 2 qt
ZUCCHINI MULINO INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare the Zucchini
Step 1: Slice zucchini with mandoline or by hand into very thin rounds.
Step 2: Finely mince red onion, garlic, and parsley.
Coat & Fry
Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4: Dredge zucchini in seasoned flour, making sure all zucchini is coated.
Step 5: Heat oil to 350 degrees.
Step 6: Carefully place floured zucchini in hot oil.
Step 7: Move zucchini around in oil to prevent sticking. Fry small batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 8: Remove from oil, place on cooling rack, and season with salt.
Step 9: Repeat until all zucchini is fried.
Toss & Finish
Step 10: While hot, combine zucchini, minced red onion, crushed garlic, crushed red pepper, and parsley into a large mixing bowl.
Step 11: Mix thoroughly but gently to avoid breaking zucchini rounds.
N’DUJADELLA ZUCCHINI ON SCHIACCIATA INGREDIENTS
Tuscan Schiacciata Bread or Focaccia – 1 ea
Stracciatella – 1 cup
N’Dujadella (sliced thin) – ¼ lb
Zucchini Mulino – 1 cup
N’DUJADELLA ZUCCHINI ON SCHIACCIATA INSTRUCTIONS
Assemble the Sandwich
Step 1: Cut schiacciata bread in half.
Step 2: Spread stracciatella onto both sides of the bread.
Step 3: Place N’Dujadella on the bottom half of the bread.
Step 4: Place the zucchini mulino onto the N’Dujadella.
Finish & Serve
Step 5: Place the top half of the bread onto the sandwich. Serve immediately.
Why You’ll Love This Zucchini Mulino
Crispy and Delicious: Golden-fried zucchini rounds provide a satisfying crunch and delicate flavor that pairs perfectly with fresh herbs and spices.
Loaded with Fresh Flavor: Hot zucchini is tossed with minced fresh garlic, red onion, parsley, and crushed red pepper for vibrant Italian flavor in every bite.
Luxurious Bread and Toppings: Creamy stracciatella cheese and spicy N’Dujadella salami create a rich, satisfying sandwich experience.
Authentic Italian Recipe: Chef Vinny’s time-tested technique ensures perfectly fried zucchini with the ideal texture every time.
Perfect for Any Occasion: Serve as a lunch, light dinner, appetizer, or party favorite.
Everything You Need is at Uncle Giuseppe’s: Shop fresh zucchini, schiacciata bread, stracciatella, N’Dujadella salami, and all the ingredients for this recipe at Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace.
Tips for the Best Zucchini Mulino
Slice Uniformly Thin: Use a mandoline slicer for consistent, thin rounds that cook evenly and fry to perfect crispness.
Keep Oil at Correct Temperature: Maintain oil at 350 degrees for golden-brown, crispy results. Too hot and they’ll burn; too cool and they’ll absorb excess oil.
Fry in Small Batches: Crowding the pan lowers oil temperature and prevents even cooking. Work in manageable batches for best results.
Toss While Hot: Combine the fried zucchini with herbs and seasonings immediately after frying so flavors meld while the zucchini is still warm.
Don’t Oversalt: Season as you fry and when tossing with herbs—be mindful not to over-salt as the salt adds up quickly.
Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh parsley and minced garlic make a significant difference in the final flavor profile.
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
Fry Ahead: Zucchini mulino can be fried in advance and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 hours. Reheat briefly in the oven before tossing with herbs and serving.
Prep the Toppings: Mince garlic, onion, and parsley in advance and store separately in airtight containers.
Toast the Bread Fresh: Assemble sandwiches close to serving time for the best texture and temperature contrast.
Keep Stracciatella Cold: Store the cheese in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the sandwich.
Enjoy Fresh: For the best experience, serve zucchini mulino on schiacciata immediately after assembly while the bread is still warm and the zucchini is at its crispest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zucchini Mulino?
Zucchini Mulino is a crispy fried zucchini dish where thin zucchini slices are breaded, fried until golden, and then tossed while hot with fresh herbs, garlic, red onion, and red pepper flakes.
Can I make zucchini mulino ahead?
Yes, the fried zucchini can be prepared several hours in advance and stored at room temperature. Reheat briefly before tossing with fresh herbs if desired.
What is N’Dujadella?
N’Dujadella is an Italian-style spicy salami with a soft texture and bold flavor. It slices beautifully and is perfect for sandwiches and charcuterie boards.
What is stracciatella?
Stracciatella is a creamy, spreadable Italian cheese made from fresh mozzarella. It has a delicate flavor and luxurious texture that complements the crispy zucchini beautifully.
Can I use a different bread?
Schiacciata is traditional, but you can substitute with focaccia, ciabatta, or any crusty Italian bread you prefer.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
The zucchini mulino itself is vegetarian when prepared without the salami. The N’Dujadella sandwich contains meat, but you can create a vegetarian version using just the zucchini and stracciatella on bread.
What oil is best for frying?
Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable oil, canola oil, or peanut oil for the best results.
Where can I buy the ingredients?
Look for fresh zucchini, schiacciata bread, stracciatella, N’Dujadella salami, and all other ingredients at Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace.
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