Grilled Zucchini Fries

One of my favorite blogs belongs to John Dawson in Boise, Idaho.  His website PatioDaddio BBQ has some of the best and most innovative recipes in the BBQ blog world.  Not only is John a great cook but his kindness and generosity is the best.  He is always willing to share all his recipes, techniques and know-how.  He recently posted a recipe for zucchini fries.   The recipe is 100% John’s except for a change in the seasoning. Here is my take on John’s recipe.  (John’s original version can be found here.)

Zucchini Fries

Ingredients:

• 4 zucchini
• 1 1/2 Tbsp “The Rub Co. Santa Maria Style Rub”
• 1/4 cup Canola oil
• 1/8 cup Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tsp Black pepper, ground fresh
• Parmesan cheese, to taste

Directions:

Wash the zucchini under cold water and drain well.

Trim about 1/8″ from the stem of each squash.

Square each zucchini by removing a sliver from each side and

Quarter each zucchini.

Combine the seasoning, oil, vinegar and pepper in a large zip-top bag.

Seal the bag and shake to combine the marinade ingredients.

Add the zucchini to the bag, seal, and set aside for one to two hours.

Prepare your grill for direct cooking at medium heat (about 350º).

Oil the cooking grate lightly with canola oil.

Remove each zucchini from the bag, shake off the excess marinade, and lay them on the grill at a 45º angle. Reserve the marinade left in the bag.

Grill each side until they are nicely browned, about 2-3 minutes.

Lightly brush the zucchini with a small amount of the marinade each time you turn them.

Remove the zucchini to a platter in a single layer and immediately shave the cheese over them to taste.

Serve and enjoy!