Description
Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are a delicious and healthy appetizer that delivers the perfect golden brown crunch using an air fryer. Made with seasoned flour, eggs, Italian breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese, these zucchini fries are an easy way to enjoy a low-fat alternative to traditional fries with minimal oil and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Fries
- 2 medium zucchini, cut into 3 inch x 1/2 inch sticks
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp water
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Slice Zucchini: Slice your zucchini into 3 inch sticks about the size of a french fry to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Prepare Flour Mixture: Combine all-purpose flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and mix well.
- Whisk Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the two eggs and 1 tablespoon of water until smooth and pale yellow.
- Combine Breadcrumb Mixture: In another bowl, mix the Italian breadcrumbs with the grated parmesan cheese thoroughly.
- Coat Zucchini: Dip zucchini sticks first in the flour mixture, tossing to coat evenly and shaking off excess flour. Then dip each stick into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
- Bread Zucchini: Roll the egg-coated zucchini in the breadcrumb and parmesan mixture, turning several times to fully coat each piece.
- Prepare Air Fryer: Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray. Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch. Spray the tops of the zucchini fries with more cooking spray.
- Air Fry: Cook at 385 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes, or until the zucchini fries are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer.
Notes
- FREEZING: Due to zucchini’s high water content, freezing these fries is not recommended as they will become soggy after thawing.
- BAKING ALTERNATIVE: To bake, place a cooling rack on a baking sheet to allow air circulation underneath. Spritz fries with olive oil spray and bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 22 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- To ensure maximum crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
- You may substitute parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option, adjusting for diet preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
