Ingredients
– 2 medium zucchinis
– 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended for extra crunch)
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– Cooking spray or olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
Creating crispy Zucchini Fries is straightforward with these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Zucchini: Wash and dry the zucchinis. Cut them into thin strips, about ¼ to ½ inch thick.
3. Create Breading Stations: Set up three bowls – one with flour, the second with beaten eggs, and the third with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Coat Zucchini: Dip each zucchini strip first into the flour, ensuring it’s well coated. Shake off any excess.
5. Egg Dip: Next, dip the floured zucchini into the beaten eggs, letting any excess drip off.
6. Bread the Zucchini: Finally, coat the zucchini in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
7. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are spaced apart for even cooking.
8. Spray with Oil: Lightly spray or drizzle olive oil over the zucchini fries to help achieve that crispy texture.
9. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, turning the fries halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
10. Cool Before Serving: Once done, let them cool for a few minutes; this will help them crisp up even more.
These steps will help you create delicious Zucchini Fries effortlessly. The combination of textures will have you hooked!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 6g