Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini (Notes: Cut into sticks about ½ inch wide and 3 inches long.)
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (Notes: Helps the egg stick to the zucchini.)
• 2 large Eggs (Notes: Beaten.)
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (Notes: Provides a crispy texture.)
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (Notes: Freshly grated for best flavor.)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (Notes: Adds savory flavor.)
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt (Notes: Adjust to taste.)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (Notes: Adjust to taste.)
• 1 tablespoon Paprika (Notes: Optional, for added flavor.)
• Cooking spray (Notes: For spraying the air fryer basket and zucchini.)

Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2
   Slice the zucchini into sticks about ½ inch wide and 3 inches long.
3. 3
   Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko, parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. 4
   Coat each zucchini stick in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with the panko mixture.
5. 5
   Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each fry.
6. 6
   Spray the zucchini fries with cooking spray.
7. 7
   Air fry for 5-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
8. 8
   Serve immediately with marinara or ranch dressing for dipping.

Tips & Variations:

• Cut zucchini into equal-sized sticks for even cooking.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness.
• Serve immediately for the best texture.