Description
Crispy zucchini is a delicious and healthy snack, appetizer, or side dish with a golden, crunchy coating and tender inside. Whether baked, fried, or air-fried, this easy recipe is packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds or sticks
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crispiness)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Cooking spray or olive oil (for baking or air frying)
Instructions
- Prep the Zucchini
- Wash and dry the zucchinis.
- Cut them into rounds or sticks.
- Set Up Breading Stations
- Place flour in one shallow bowl.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Zucchini
- Dredge each zucchini piece in flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip into the beaten eggs, ensuring full coverage.
- Press into the breadcrumb mixture, coating evenly.
- Choose Your Cooking Method
- Baking: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange zucchini on a greased baking sheet, spray lightly with oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Air Frying: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange zucchini in a single layer, spray lightly with oil, and air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway, until crispy.
- Frying: Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry zucchini in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
Notes
- Variations: Add cayenne pepper or paprika for spice, use shredded mozzarella for extra cheesiness, or swap regular breadcrumbs for gluten-free ones.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in an oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes or air fryer for 3-5 minutes to restore crispiness.
- Freezing: Freeze breaded (uncooked) zucchini for up to 2 months and cook from frozen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: appetizer, side dish,snack
- Method: Baking, Air Frying, Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
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