Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries (Print Format)
Golden, crunchy zucchini fries coated in panko and parmesan, air-fried for a light, flavorful bite.
# Ingredients:
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1 large zucchini
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ cup cornmeal
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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¼ teaspoon paprika
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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¾ cup panko bread crumbs
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
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½ cup milk
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1 egg
# Steps:
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Wash and dry the zucchini. Trim off the top and slice the zucchini in half shortways. Slice longways into skinny pieces that resemble sticks.
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In a medium-sized bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and cornmeal. In a second medium-sized bowl, combine the salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, panko breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan cheese. In a third medium-sized bowl, mix together the milk and egg until smooth.
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Working in batches, coat the zucchini sticks in the flour and cornmeal mixture, then dredge them in the milk and egg wash. Coat the dredged zucchini in the breadcrumb mixture.
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Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil, then add zucchini in one layer spread out so it is not touching. Spray the breaded zucchini with a generous amount of cooking oil. Air fry at 400°F/204°C for 8-10 minutes, until zucchini fries are golden brown. Do not turn halfway through. Remove from the basket carefully using tongs. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Follow steps 1-3 above. Place the breaded zucchini on a baking sheet (preferably on a crisping tray) and spray generously with cooking oil. Bake at 425°F/218°C for 15-20 minutes, or until the breading becomes golden brown. Remove carefully with tongs and serve.
# Tips:
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Nutritional information is approximate and is based on 4 zucchini fries when sliced into 16 pieces.