Fried Zucchini with Garlic Yogurt 4 large garlic cloves, pressed 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups plain yogurt Vegetable oil (for deep frying) 1 1/2 cups plus 1 cup all purpose flour 1 2/3 to 1 3/4 cups water 4 large zucchini, thinly sliced on diagonal Combine garlic and 1 teaspoon salt in small bowl. Mix in yogurt. (Can be prepared 3 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Pour oil into heavy medium saucepan to depth of 1 1/2 inches and heat to 350°F. Place 1 1/2 cups flour in medium bowl. Whisk in enough water to form smooth medium-thin batter. Place remaining 1 cup flour in large bowl. Working in batches, add zucchini to flour in bowl and toss, separating slices to coat well. Dip zucchini into batter and fry until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels and drain. Place yogurt in center of large platter. Surround with zucchini and serve. Serves 4 to 6. From "Bon Appétit" magazine, May 1995 middle eastern recipe index christina m k al-sudairy 72% off bon appétit!