Here’s a quick, crispy zucchini fries recipe you can make baked, air-fried, or fried 👇
Crispy Zucchini Fries
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko works best)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional but great)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper
- 1–2 eggs (beaten)
- Olive oil spray (for baking/air frying)
Prep
- Preheat oven to 425°F / 220°C (or air fryer to 400°F / 205°C).
- Cut zucchini into fry-shaped sticks.
- Pat them dry with paper towels (important for crispiness).
Breading
- Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt & pepper.
- Dip zucchini sticks in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mix.
- Place on a lined baking sheet or air fryer basket.
Cook
Oven:
- Spray lightly with oil.
- Bake 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
Air Fryer:
- Spray lightly with oil.
- Air fry 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
Pan-Fried (extra crispy):
- Shallow fry in oil over medium heat until golden on all sides.
Dipping Sauce Ideas
- Marinara
- Garlic aioli
- Ranch
- Spicy mayo (mayo + sriracha)
If you want, I can tailor this to gluten-free, vegan, or extra crunchy versions 😄
