Zucchini Chips
Thin zucchini rounds slowly oven-baked until browned, dry, and crisp, with garlic and black pepper.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the oven to 120°C. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Step 2
Cut the zucchini into uniform 3 mm rounds using a slicer.
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Step 3
Place the rounds in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with ½ tsp (3 gr) salt, and toss gently. Let stand for 10 minutes.
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Step 4
Spread the rounds on a clean kitchen towel and blot both sides thoroughly to remove released moisture.
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Step 5
Return the rounds to the bowl. Add the olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and remaining salt, then toss until lightly coated.
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Step 6
Arrange the rounds in single layers on the prepared baking sheets without overlapping.
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Step 7
Bake for 50 minutes, then rotate the sheets and turn the rounds over.
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Step 8
Continue baking for 40 to 60 minutes, removing individual chips as they become browned and crisp.
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Step 9
Transfer the chips to a wire rack and cool completely before serving.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Wash and dry the zucchini before trimming. Use a mandoline guard or careful knife technique, and handle hot sheets with dry oven mitts. Refrigerate cooled leftovers in a sealed container and consume within 3 days, although they will soften in storage.
Risk factors
- Sharp slicing equipment
- Hot oven and baking sheets