Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries
Zucchini sticks coated with Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, and savory seasonings, then baked until crisp and golden.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the oven to 220°C. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Step 2
Cut the zucchini into evenly sized sticks and pat them thoroughly dry.
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Step 3
Place the flour in the first shallow bowl.
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Step 4
Crack the eggs into the second shallow bowl and beat until uniform.
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Step 5
In the third shallow bowl, mix the panko, Parmesan, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
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Step 6
Coat each zucchini stick lightly in flour, dip it in egg, then press it into the Parmesan crumb mixture. Arrange the sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets without touching.
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Step 7
Bake for 10 minutes, then turn the zucchini fries with tongs and rotate the baking sheets.
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Step 8
Bake until the coating is crisp and golden and the zucchini is tender, 8 to 12 minutes more. Rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Prevent raw egg from contacting ready-to-eat foods, discard used breading mixtures, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours. Reheat leftovers to 74°C.
Risk factors
- raw egg handling
- hot baking sheets and oven steam