Crispy Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Fries
Delightfully crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Zucchini Fries are a perfect snack or side dish, enhanced with garlic and Parmesan aromas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, cut into fry-shaped batons
- 65 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 60 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly mist it with olive oil.
- Set up three shallow bowls: place flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in the third.
- Begin the coating process by dredging each zucchini piece in flour first, then dip it into the beaten eggs.
- Coat the zucchini thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the coated zucchini fries on the baking sheet in a single layer and lightly spray the tops with olive oil.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
For extra flavor, season with herbs like oregano or thyme before coating. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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