Beer-Battered Zucchini Rings

Ingredients

• 1 big zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rings and seeds removed

• 1 cup flour

• 3/4 cup beer

• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (more to taste)

• Coarse salt

• Vegetable oil for frying

• Ranch dressing for dipping, if desired

Directions

1. Heat vegetable oil in a high-sided skillet or Dutch oven to 350 degrees.

2. Combine the flour, beer, and hot sauce in a large bowl.

3. Completely submerge the zucchini rings in the batter, coating them generously, then immediately place in hot oil. Cook until the first side is crispy, then flip and let the other side crisp up. Remove to paper towels to drain and sprinkle with coarse salt while still hot. Serve immediately with ranch dressing for dipping.