Description
Crispy and delicious Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are a healthy and flavorful snack or appetizer made by coating zucchini sticks in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and air frying them to golden perfection. Perfect for a guilt-free indulgence with your favorite dip.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Fries
- 2 medium zucchinis, cut into fry-sized sticks
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure an even cooking environment for crispy zucchini fries.
- Prepare Breading Stations: Set up three shallow bowls – place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in the third bowl.
- Bread the Zucchini: Dredge each zucchini stick in the flour to lightly coat, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so it adheres well.
- Arrange Fries in Air Fryer: Place the breaded zucchini sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap to allow for even air circulation and crispiness. Lightly spray the fries with cooking spray to enhance browning.
- Air Fry the Zucchini Fries: Cook the zucchini fries at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they crisp up evenly on all sides.
- Serve: Once golden brown and crispy, remove the fries from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch or marinara.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
- Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs can be used for added flavor.
- These fries pair perfectly with ranch or marinara dipping sauce.
