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Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with Parmesan

A stack of golden brown Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with Parmesan piled high on a white plate.
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Make crispy, low-carb zucchini fries in your air fryer coated with Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchini
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Wash and trim the ends of the zucchini. Cut each zucchini lengthwise into sticks about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Place the zucchini sticks in a colander and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let them sit for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat them completely dry with paper towels. This step helps them crisp up.
  3. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, place the flour. In the second dish, lightly beat the egg. In the third dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dredge each zucchini stick first in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  5. Dip the floured stick into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off.
  6. Coat the stick thoroughly in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres.
  7. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer in the basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  8. Spray the tops of the fries lightly with cooking spray.
  9. Air fry at 380°F (195°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through the cooking time. Cook until golden brown and crisp.
  10. Serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can chill the breaded fries on a wire rack in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before air frying.
  • If you prefer a lower-carb option, substitute almond flour for the all-purpose flour.
  • Serve these fries with marinara sauce or a simple garlic aioli.

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