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Courgette (Zucchini) Fried in Tray with Small Bowl of Pizza Sauce.
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Courgette Fries (Zucchini Fries)

These courgette fries are crispy on the outside and beautifully tender on the inside.A kid-friendly side, snack or appetiser.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Western
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Calories: 160kcal
Author: Amy

Equipment

  • Oven or Air-Fryer

Ingredients

  • 2 medium courgettes approx. 500g / 1.1lb
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup (30g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated *do not add if serving a baby
  • 1 cup (67g) Panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt * Do not add if serving to a baby/young child.
  • 2 tbsp plain (all-purpose) flour

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200C (fan) / 400F and line a large baking tray (or two smaller trays) with parchment paper. Top with a wire rack.
  • Slice the courgettes into thin batons approx. 1cm x 8cm long. Place fries on paper towel to allow excess moisture to be absorbed.
  • In a small, shallow bowl, add the eggs and whisk until combined. In a separate shallow bowl/plate, add the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning and salt (if adding) and stir together.
  • Pat dry any excess moisture on the zucchini fries using a paper towel. Place in a large bowl and sprinkle with flour. Toss until evenly coated.
  • Dip the zucchini in the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off,  followed by the breadcrumb mixture, and place on the wire rack or prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process until all the zucchini has been used up.
  • Bake the zucchini fries for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. If you do not have a wire rack make sure to regularly turn them so they become extra crispy. Serve immediately.

Air Fryer Method

  • Place fries in a single layer in the air-fryer basket. Air fry at 200C / 400F for around 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway.

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Notes

For babies skip the Parmesan and salt. See Recipe FAQs for more information on serving these to a baby. 
Nutritional information is a ROUGH guide only, calculated using an online nutrition calculator. 

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 573mg | Potassium: 343mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 390IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 2mg