Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Golden, crunchy zucchini fries coated in panko and parmesan, air-fried for a light, flavorful bite.
Preparation Time
15 min
Cooking Time
10 min
Overall Time
25 min
Created By: Lily Chen
Category: Party & Snacks
Skill Level: Moderate
Cuisine Type: American
Output: 4 Serves
Dietary Options: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 large zucchini
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup cornmeal
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup milk
1 egg
Steps
Wash and dry the zucchini. Trim off the top and slice the zucchini in half shortways. Slice longways into skinny pieces that resemble sticks.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and cornmeal. In a second medium-sized bowl, combine the salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, panko breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan cheese. In a third medium-sized bowl, mix together the milk and egg until smooth.
Working in batches, coat the zucchini sticks in the flour and cornmeal mixture, then dredge them in the milk and egg wash. Coat the dredged zucchini in the breadcrumb mixture.
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil, then add zucchini in one layer spread out so it is not touching. Spray the breaded zucchini with a generous amount of cooking oil. Air fry at 400°F/204°C for 8-10 minutes, until zucchini fries are golden brown. Do not turn halfway through. Remove from the basket carefully using tongs. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Follow steps 1-3 above. Place the breaded zucchini on a baking sheet (preferably on a crisping tray) and spray generously with cooking oil. Bake at 425°F/218°C for 15-20 minutes, or until the breading becomes golden brown. Remove carefully with tongs and serve.
Tips
Nutritional information is approximate and is based on 4 zucchini fries when sliced into 16 pieces.
Required Tools
Air fryer
Mixing bowls
Tongs
Allergy Information
Always check each ingredient for allergens, and consult a medical professional if unsure.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
These details are shared for general guidance and don’t replace professional advice.
Calories: 209
Fats: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 27 g
Proteins: 10 g
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