Description
Delicious and crispy zucchini fries made effortlessly in the air fryer. These zucchini sticks are coated with a savory mixture of panko crumbs, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt, then baked to golden perfection. They’re perfect as a healthy snack or side dish, served warm with marinara or ranch dipping sauces.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 small zucchini or 2 large zucchini
Breading
- 1 cup panko crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Coating
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
Equipment and Cooking Spray
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini: Slice the zucchini into sticks approximately 3-4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick to ensure even cooking and a crispy coating.
- Coat with flour: Place the flour in a large resealable bag. Add the zucchini sticks and shake gently to coat evenly with flour, which helps the coating adhere better.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together the panko crumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt until well combined.
- Prepare egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and water until fully blended to create a smooth egg wash for dipping.
- Coat zucchini: Remove zucchini from the flour bag, then dip each stick into the egg mixture, ensuring full coverage. Next, roll or dip them into the seasoned panko mixture until fully coated.
- Air fry: Spray the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil. Arrange the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer inside the basket, not overlapping. Spray the zucchini lightly with more olive oil to enhance crispiness.
- Cook: Air fry at 350°F (177°C) for 7-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with marinara or ranch dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the zucchini sticks with a bit more olive oil before cooking.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation.
- You can prepare the coating mixture in advance and store it in an airtight container.
- These zucchini fries are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day and reheated in the air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini fry stick (about 120g)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
