Better Breaded Bites (Deep Fried Appetizer Alternat

Name: Better Breaded Bites (Deep Fried Appetizer Alternatives)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Mushrooms; Zucchini sticks; Yellow squash sticks; Jalapeno peppers; Sweet potato sticks; Eggplant, cut into sticks; Chicken tenders; Whole eggs; Cornstarch; Basil flakes; Oregano; Granulated onion; Garlic salt; Salt and pepper, to taste; Panko; Shredded wheat; Textured soy protein; Rice cakes; Bread crumbs, plain or seasoned; Crushed oats; Cornflakes or other nonsweetened cereal; Crushed seeds; Cornmeal

Servings: persons

Mushrooms
Zucchini sticks
Yellow squash sticks
Jalapeno peppers
Sweet potato sticks
Eggplant, cut into sticks
Chicken tenders
Whole eggs
Cornstarch
Basil flakes
Oregano
Granulated onion
Garlic salt
Salt and pepper, to taste
Panko
Shredded wheat
Textured soy protein
Rice cakes
Bread crumbs, plain or seasoned
Crushed oats
Cornflakes or other nonsweetened cereal
Crushed seeds
Cornmeal

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Base Food Options
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Coating Ingredients
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Breading Options
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Should be crushed fairly fine, either by hand, rolling pin, food processor or spice grinder.
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Need 2 to 4 cups depending on amount of base food being breaded.
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
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Pour 1 to 2 cups of cornstarch into a bowl (use enough to coat the appetizer foods easily).
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Crack three whole eggs into a separate bowl and whisk.
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Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup cornstarch, dash of basil flakes, oregano, granulated onion, garlic salt, salt and pepper.
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Pour or spread breading medium into a baking pan, plate or shallow bowl.
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Place food in cornstarch.
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Coat thoroughly, making sure all the nooks and crannies are covered.
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In small batches transfer food to egg bath, coat evenly and place in breading medium, turning to coat completely.
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Repeat until finished.
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Place food on baking sheet that has been sprayed liberally with canola oil, making sure to get all sides.
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Bake in oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until crunchy.
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Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Mushrooms, Zucchini sticks, Yellow squash sticks, Jalapeno peppers, and more.

Yes, Better Breaded Bites (Deep Fried Appetizer Alternatives) falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Better Breaded Bites (Deep Fried Appetizer Alternatives)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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