How To Prepare Baked Zucchini Fries

Greetings from the team of worleychef.com. Today we will focus on Baked Zucchini Fries. These fries, which replace potatoes with zucchini, are a delicious take on the traditional French fry. What distinguishes this dish from others? Each zucchini stick has a crispy, golden coating that holds the secret. We’ve switched from deep frying to baking, which makes for guilt-free enjoyment.

Ingredients:

• 4 zucchini, quartered lengthwise
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20-22 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Set your oven to 425°F (220°C).
   • Coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place it on a baking sheet.
2. Create the Coating:
   • In a large bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
   • Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3. Dredge the Zucchini:
   • Working in batches:
     • Dredge each zucchini quarter in all-purpose flour.
     • Dip it into beaten eggs.
     • Roll it in the Panko mixture, pressing to coat evenly.
4. Bake to Perfection:
   • Place the coated zucchini quarters on the prepared baking sheet.
   • Bake for 20-22 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crisp.

Serve with Freshness:

• Garnish with chopped fresh parsley leaves.
• Serve these zucchini fries immediately, inviting your taste buds to savor the delightful crunch.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 135.4 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 4g
• Fiber: 2g