Description
These Baked Zucchini Fries with Parmesan are a delicious and crispy low-carb snack perfect for keto diets. Coated in a flavorful mix of Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs, these fries are oven-baked to golden perfection, offering a healthier alternative to traditional fries without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, cut into fry-sized strips
Coating
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Egg Wash
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Coating: In a shallow dish, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and sea salt to create the flavorful coating.
- Prepare Egg Wash: Beat the two large eggs in a separate shallow dish to use for dipping the zucchini strips.
- Dip Zucchini: Take each zucchini strip and dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off to prevent sogginess.
- Coat Zucchini: Immediately coat the egg-dipped zucchini strips with the Parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to make sure the coating sticks well.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even baking and crispiness.
- Bake Fries: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the fries turn golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through for uniform cooking.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the fries from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving to achieve the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use very thin zucchini strips and press the coating firmly.
- Flip fries halfway through baking to ensure even browning.
- You can substitute Parmesan with Pecorino Romano for a different flavor profile.
- Serve with a low-carb dipping sauce like garlic aioli or marinara.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
