Michigan State University Extension
Preserving Food Safely - 01600722
10/13/97

### DRYING ZUCCHINI

        Zucchini  can  be  harvested  throughout  its   growing

    season.
      Unlike  winter squash,  immature zucchini is  very

    desirable
     as  the  seeds  are soft  and  the  rind  tender.

    Both
     small  and   large  zucchini  can  be  dried.   Choose

    unblemished
    rinds.

        Preparation:   Wash thoroughly.   Peel if desired.  Cut

    into
    1/4 to 1/2-inch slices, chop into cubes, coarsely grate

    or
    cut into julienne strips.   If zucchini is larger than 12

    inches,
     the  large  seeds  and  fibrous  tissue  should  be

    removed.
     For vegetable chips, soak in barbecue sauce or soy

    sauce
     before  drying.   Approximate drying time is 6 to  10

    hours.
     Characteristic dried products are crisp and hard.

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