Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Fries
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Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Fries
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Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Fries are crunchy, salty and oh so delicious. Bite into that golden crust right into the gooey center. Don't forget to dip in your favorite marinara or ranch sauce!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini typically 7-8 inches long. If zucchini is smaller use 3-4 zucchini.
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup flour
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 2 teaspoons parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
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Instructions
- Rinse and dry the zucchini well. Slice the zucchini into a fry shape. Keep the size of the pieces of zucchini as even as possible. Place the zucchini slices on a clean towel and dry all sides well.
- In one small bowl mix together the parmesan cheese, panko, garlic, onion powder, paprika, oregano, parsley and salt. In a second small bowl crack the two eggs and whisk with a fork until combined. In a third bowl add the flour.
- Line up the bowls, first the flour then the egg and lastly the panko and herb mixture. Working in small batches, dip each piece of zucchini into first the flour, then the egg then lastly the panko and herb mixture. Press the panko gently into the zucchini as needed so that it sticks well.
- Press the panko gently into the zucchini as needed so that it sticks well. Coat all of the zucchini with breading, lining them up on the pan.
For The Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Place the panko-crusted zucchini in the air fryer basket so they are not touching. Spray zucchini lightly with cooking oil. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches.
- Cook zucchini for 10 minutes. Then flip the zucchini or shake the basket if you have a basket style air fryer. Cook for an additional 2-6 minutes or until zucchini are crispy on the outside.
- You can crisp up the zucchini even more at the end if it's still not quite crispy enough, which can vary from machine to machine. Turn up the temperature to 425 and cook for 1-2 minutes or until the zucchini has reached your desired crispyness.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dip, sprinkle with fresh parsley and enjoy!
For The Oven
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Oil two baking pans or line with parchment paper.
- Space out the zucchini on the pan so there is a little space between each piece. Spray lightly with cooking oil.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and flip all of the zucchini. Spritz lightly again with a little cooking oil, then bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- If your zucchini still isn't quite as crispy as you'd like place the zucchini under the broiler for 1-2 minutes. Watch carefully as it can brown very quickly!
- Serve immediately with your favorite dip, sprinkle with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- How To Slice The Zucchini Into Fry Shapes -Start by slicing the ends off the zucchini, then slicing it in half down the middle. Slice each piece in half the long way so you now have four pieces the same size. Slice each piece of zucchini into four long pieces. Repeat for each zucchini, trying to keep the slices close to the same size.
- Italian Seasonings Substitute- You can substitute one and a half tablespoons of Italian seasoning for the onion powder, paprika and oregano.
- How To Slice The Zucchini Into Fry Shapes -Start by slicing the ends off the zucchini, then slicing it in half down the middle. Slice each piece in half the long way so you now have four pieces the same size. Slice each piece of zucchini into four long pieces. Repeat for each zucchini, trying to keep the slices close to the same size.
- How To Add The Crumb Coating Without It Becoming Too Clumpy- When you are breading the zucchini it can be helpful to use your left hand for the flour and egg step, and use only your right hand for the breading. This helps keep the panko from getting as clumpy as fast, and from sticking to your fingers as much. Have a towel nearby to wipe the breading from your fingers as needed.
- Use A Fork To Make Breading Easier- A fork can also be used to remove the zucchini from the panko so that less breading sticks to your fingers.
- Reheating Tips- These zucchini fries do reheat but don’t reheat them in the microwave or they will become super mushy. To reheat use an oven, toaster oven or air fryer to keep them crispy on the outside.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
179kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
25g
(8%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
86mg
(29%)
Sodium
533mg
(22%)
Potassium
107mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
228IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
136mg
(14%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 179 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 179kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 533mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 107mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 228IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 136mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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