Crunchy Zucchini Fries

Crispy, flavorful zucchini fries make a lighter snack or side dish. Learn how to bake zucchini fries with simple ingredients and tasty seasonings.

(Serves 4-6)

Crunchy Zucchini Fries Ingredients

  • 3 medium zucchinis 
  • 1 egg 
  • 1 c. yellow corn meal or corn flake cereal 
  • Salt and pepper 
  • Olive oil or vegetable oil to coat pan 

Directions 

Preheat oven to 400 F. Wash and dry zucchini and cut into thick strips. Beat egg in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Toss the zucchini in with the beaten egg until the strips are coated. In a larger bowl or plastic bag add cornmeal and coated zucchini and toss until the cornmeal sticks to the zucchini. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with oil. Spread coated zucchini out on the pan and bake until crisp and tender.

Try adding these optional spices for added flavor: rosemary and thyme; lemon zest and pepper; basil, parsley and red pepper flakes; curry and garam masala

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