Description
Crispy, golden pan-fried zucchini fries coated in panko and parmesan, served with a creamy garlic aioli dip. A family-approved snack that turns picky eaters into veggie lovers.
Ingredients
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For The Zucchini Fries
- Cooking spray
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 medium zucchinis, cut into 3-inch sticks
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
For The Garlic Aioli Dip
- ½ cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried chives
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Set a cooling rack on top of a baking sheet and give it a good spray with cooking spray.
- Add the flour to a large mixing bowl. Toss in all the zucchini sticks and use your hands to coat them evenly with the flour.
- In a small bowl, mix the panko, parmesan, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper together.
- Whisk two eggs in a separate small bowl until smooth.
- Working in small batches, dip the floured zucchini into the egg, then press them firmly into the panko mixture. Make sure every side gets coated.
- Arrange the breaded zucchini on the prepared cooling rack, leaving space between each piece.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- While the fries bake, whisk together all the dip ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve the zucchini fries hot with the garlic aioli on the side.
Notes
Use a cooling rack on top of the baking sheet so hot air circulates underneath and every side gets crispy. Don't skip the flour step, it absorbs surface moisture and helps the coating stick. Leftovers keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days and reheat best in a 350°F oven for 2 to 4 minutes. Avoid freezing as zucchini turns mushy when thawed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American