Golden zucchini fries with Parmesan and herbs, oven-baked to crunchy perfection. A flavorful, light appetizer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium zucchinis
→ Coating
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 tablespoon whole milk
04 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ For Serving (optional)
10 - Marinara sauce or ranch dressing
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease the surface.
02 - Wash and trim both ends of the zucchinis. Slice into sticks approximately 1/2 x 3 inches in size.
03 - In a shallow mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully incorporated.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, dried Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper.
05 - Dip each zucchini stick into the egg wash, then dredge thoroughly in the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres.
06 - Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crisp.
07 - For added crunch, broil the zucchini fries for an additional 2 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
08 - Serve the zucchini fries warm with marinara sauce or ranch dressing as desired.
