Crispy Zucchini Fries Parmesan Cheese (Printable)
Golden, crunchy zucchini fries, coated in Parmesan and panko, make a delightful snack, appetizer, or healthy side dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium zucchini, ends trimmed
→ Breading
02 - 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Dredging
08 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 2 large eggs
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it for non-stick baking.
02 - Slice the trimmed zucchini into uniform batons, approximately 3 inches in length and 1/2 inch in thickness.
03 - Arrange three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, a second with beaten large eggs, and a third containing the combined panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, black pepper, and salt.
04 - Methodically dredge each zucchini baton: first coat in flour, then immerse in the beaten eggs, and finally thoroughly coat with the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coverage.
05 - Place the breaded zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch to promote crispness.
06 - Bake for a total of 20 minutes, carefully flipping the fries halfway through the cooking process, until they achieve a golden brown hue and crisp texture.
07 - Serve the crispy zucchini fries immediately, hot from the oven. Optionally, accompany with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- You get all the satisfying crunch of a fried snack without the guilt, making them a perfect guilt-free indulgence.
- They're incredibly versatile, equally at home as a sophisticated appetizer or a playful side dish your kids will actually eat.
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- Never overcrowd your baking sheet; steaming is the enemy of crispiness, so give those fries space to breathe.
- Using panko breadcrumbs instead of regular ones makes an enormous difference in achieving that light, airy crunch.
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- For an even crispier result, spray the coated zucchini lightly with cooking oil before baking.
- Always ensure your zucchini batons are of similar size to guarantee uniform cooking and crispiness.