Description
Crispy and delicious Air Fryer Zucchini Fries coated in Parmesan and seasoned Panko breadcrumbs, perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer. These fries are easy to prepare and cook quickly to a golden finish in the air fryer, making them a guilt-free alternative to traditional fried zucchini.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Fries
- 2 medium zucchini
Breading Stations
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Finishing
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Trim the ends off the zucchini and slice them lengthwise into ½-inch thick fries, ensuring uniform thickness for even cooking.
- Set Up Breading Stations: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and the third with a mixture of Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Bread the Fries: Dredge each zucchini fry first in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated zucchini fries in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation. Lightly spray them with olive oil to promote crispiness.
- Air Fry: Cook the zucchini fries at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes until they turn golden brown and become crispy, flipping halfway through if desired for even cooking.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can double coat the fries by repeating the egg and breadcrumb steps.
- Serve immediately for the best texture as they tend to soften as they cool.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the fries and your air fryer model.
- Substitute gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
