Zucchini sticks

• plain flour↗2 tbsp tbsp
• zucchini2

  cut into 1cm sticks

• oil↗

  for deep frying

• parmesan↗15g g

  grated

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Tip plain flour into a bowl, drizzle in 2 tbsp water and mix to form a thick batter. Season with plenty of salt and freshly ground black pepper, then mix in the цукіні.

2. 2

   Pour масло into a pan until it is about 4cm deep, ensuring the pan is no more than two thirds full. Set over a medium heat until 180C or a flick of batter dropped in sizzles and turns brown within 30 seconds. Lower half the battered цукіні into the hot oil and fry, turning after 1 min using a slotted spoon, for 5-6 mins until golden. If they begin to stick together, gently coax them apart with tongs. Remove from the hot oil and drain on a plate lined with a sheet of kitchen paper. Repeat with the remaining half, then scatter with the пармезан before serving.