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The Crispiest Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with Golden Parmesan Crust

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Make crispy zucchini fries in your air fryer using a simple Parmesan coating. This recipe avoids deep frying for a healthier side dish or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Wash and trim the ends of the zucchini. Cut each zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut those quarters into fry-sized sticks (about 3 inches long).
  2. Pat the zucchini sticks thoroughly dry with paper towels. This step is important for crispiness.
  3. Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls. Place flour in the first bowl. Whisk the egg in the second bowl. In the third bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dredge each zucchini stick first in the flour, shaking off excess. Dip it into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Finally, press the stick firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat completely.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius) for 5 minutes.
  6. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray. Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer in the basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  7. Spray the tops of the fries lightly with the olive oil spray.
  8. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through the cooking time. The fries are done when they are golden brown and crisp.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, let the coated fries rest on a wire rack for 10 minutes before air frying.
  • If you do not have olive oil spray, lightly toss the coated fries with 1 teaspoon of olive oil before placing them in the basket.
  • Good dipping sauces include ranch dressing, marinara sauce, or a simple lemon-herb yogurt dip.

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