Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are easy to make, take less than 20 minutes and are crispy outside and tender inside. A guilt-free way to get your pile of fries!
1 ½cupspanko crumbsI like to use either the Italian or Parmesan Herb blend
¾cupParmesan cheesegrated
Cooking Spray
Instructions
Wash zucchini but do not peel. Cut zucchini in thirds (horizontal) then slice each of the thirds in half lengthwise. Place the cut side down on the cutting board and cut into 4-5 pieces. Repeat with remaining zucchini.
Dry zucchini off by patting with paper towels. This will help the crumb mixture adhere better.
In a medium bowl, combine flour with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
In another medium bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
In a third bowl, combine panko crumbs and grated cheese.
Set it up like an assembly line.
Dip each fry into flour mixture, then coat with egg mixture and finally coat with panko. Set on plate.
Hint: It’s easier if you keep one hand for the egg mixture and use the other for the dry ingredients.
Once all fries are coated, preheat air fryer to 350 degrees for 4 minutes.
Place fries into air fryer basket, leaving room around them so they crisp up. Spray the tops with cooking spray. This makes quite a few fries so you probably will need to do several batches.
Cook for 4 minutes then turn over, spray again with cooking spray, and "fry" for an additional 4 minutes.
Serve warm with a side of marinara, ranch or garlic aioli.
Notes
Tips for Making the Best Zucchini Fries
Use smaller zucchini which are less moist than larger ones and will result in crisper fries.
For a crunchy outside, use panko breadcrumbs and make sure to cover the entire fry.
Get zucchini as dry as possible. To ensure the coating sticks to the fry be sure to pat the zucchini dry with paper towels.
Dip in whisked eggs to help the panko and flour stick to the zucchini which also helps the crispiness.
Don't overcrowd the air fryer! Leave space in between the fries so they fry instead of steam. This may involve doing these homemade zucchini fries in several batches.