Description
Crispy and delicious Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are a healthy and easy-to-make snack or side dish. Coated in a seasoned Parmesan and Panko breadcrumb crust, these zucchini fries are perfectly golden and crunchy thanks to the air frying method, making them a guilt-free alternative to traditional fried fries.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini
- 2 medium zucchini
Breading and Coating
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Others
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Trim the ends of the zucchini and cut them into ½-inch thick sticks, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Set Up Coating Stations: Arrange three shallow dishes: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the Zucchini: Dip each zucchini stick first into the flour, then the beaten eggs, and finally roll them in the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to make sure the coating sticks well.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Spray them lightly with olive oil to promote crispiness.
- Air Fry: Cook the zucchini fries in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 10 to 12 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
- You can substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust seasoning in the breadcrumb mixture to your taste preferences.
- These fries are best served hot right out of the air fryer for maximum crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer to retain crispiness.
