Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
These crispy air fryer courgette fries are a delicious and healthier alternative to chips! Coated in parmesan for extra flavour, they’re quick, easy, and perfect for dipping.
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 171.8kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Courgettes tops and bottoms removed
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 15 g Parmesan Cheese grated
- Salt and Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 15 g Golden Breadcrumbs
- 1 Tablespoon Plain Flour
Instructions
- Chop the courgettes into 8 thick wedges.
- Liberally sprinkle with salt and leave for 15-30 minutes.
- Mix the parmesan, paprika, breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Pat the courgettes dry with a clean towel or piece of kitchen roll.
- Brush each wedge with oil.
- Dip in the parmesan mix, patting on and ensuring they are well covered.
- Place in the air fryer basket, skin down, taking care not to overcrowd.
- Air fry for 7-8 minutes, shaking gently halfway to ensure they aren’t stuck.
- Carefully remove from the basket and serve.
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Notes
- I chop my courgettes in half across the width and then into quarters.
- If you can’t get the courgettes into your air fryer basket in a single layer, cook in two batches.
- I don’t preheat my air fryer. If you know that yours takes a while to get to temperature, preheat for a few minutes first.
- Salting them courgettes before dipping helps to draw out moisture and stops them from getting soggy. This isn’t essential, and you can skip it if you are in a rush.
- Don’t turn the courgettes; just shake a little to dislodge any that might be stuck. You can also give them a little poke with a silicone spatula if you need to.