The Secret to These Crispy Zucchini Fries? Your Air Fryer

The Secret to These Crispy Zucchini Fries? Your Air Fryer
  • PREP TIME
    12 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    15

Transform humble zucchini into addictive, crispy fries with the magic of your air fryer! These golden delights are perfect as a side, a snack, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in minutes, they're a guaranteed hit!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    28 g
  • Cholesterol
    104 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    13 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    959 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prep the Zucchini: Place zucchini fries in a colander. Sprinkle generously with salt to draw out excess moisture. Let sit for 5 minutes. (Time: 5 minutes)

02

Step

Dry the Zucchini: Thoroughly blot the zucchini fries dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving maximum crispness. (Time: 2 minutes)

03

Step

Prepare Breading Stations: Place the beaten egg in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the Italian seasoned bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. (Time: 2 minutes)

04

Step

Bread the Zucchini: Dip each zucchini fry into the beaten egg, ensuring it's fully coated. Then, dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the breaded fries on a clean plate. (Time: 10 minutes)

05

Step

Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 2 minutes to ensure even cooking. (Time: 2 minutes)

06

Step

Air Fry the Fries: Arrange the breaded zucchini fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd. You may need to work in batches. Lightly spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray. (Time: 3 minutes per batch)

07

Step

Cook to Perfection: Cook until the fries are golden brown and crispy to your liking, about 8 minutes. Flip halfway through for even browning. (Time: 8 minutes per batch)

08

Step

Serve Immediately: Transfer the crispy zucchini fries to a plate and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara. Repeat with remaining fries. (Time: 2 minutes)

For extra crispy fries, consider double-dredging: dip in egg, then breadcrumbs, then egg again, then breadcrumbs one last time.
Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model. Keep a close eye on the fries to prevent burning.
Experiment with different seasonings! Add garlic powder, onion powder, or red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture for a flavor boost.
For a healthier option, use whole wheat breadcrumbs or almond flour.
Store leftover fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.

Octavia Reilly

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Angelita Nader

    Easy and quick recipe. Perfect for a weeknight side dish.

  • Jerrod Quigley

    The key is really getting the zucchini dry. Mine weren't crispy enough the first time, but much better when I blotted them well.

  • Dayne Leffler

    I added some garlic powder and paprika to the breadcrumbs - delicious!

  • Meaghan Kerluke

    These were surprisingly good! My kids even ate them, and they usually hate zucchini.

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