This week, we are exploring the vast world of alternative french fries - fries made out of something other than white potatoes! We love this recipe for zucchini fries, but without a proper dipping sauce, what's the point? Traditional ketchup didn't seem appropriate, but a marinara sounded just right. We had some Sir Kensington Classic Ketchup on hand...after trying it we thought it was so close to a real tomato favor that with a little tinkering it could be transformed into a simple marinara dipping sauce - boy were we right! This little dipping sauce is packed with delicious flavor and made from - that's right - ketchup. We wouldn't recommend trying this with just any ketchup, but Sir Kensington is rich enough in flavor that it works like a charm!
Zucchini Fries with Marinara Dipping Sauce
- 3 zucchini quartered lengthwise
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesean
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place on a baking sheet; set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine parmesan, thyme, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper, to taste.
- Place zucchini onto prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with parmesan mixture. Place into oven and bake until tender, about 15 minutes. Then broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the crisp and golden brown.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.
For dipping sauce:
- 1/4 cup Sir Kensignton Classic Ketchup
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- tsp minced fresh basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- pinch of salt and pepper to taste
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and serve with zucchini fries.
