Breville Test Kitchen

Zucchini Fries with Herbed Yogurt Dip

Zucchini fries make a great alternative to traditional fries. Coated in panko and parmesan then air fried, they are crisp and crunchy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside

the Joule® Oven Air Fryer Pro

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1 hr 20 mins total time

35 mins active time

Medium

Serves 4

Ingredients

Measurements:

For the zucchini

2 x 8 oz zucchini
2 tsp kosher salt
divided
1 cup (2 oz) panko breadcrumbs
1 cup (2½ oz) finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
¼ cup (1 oz) all-purpose flour
3 large egg white
Cooking spray

For the herbed yogurt dip

1 cup (9½ oz) plain Greek-style yogurt
1 clove garlic
minced
1 tbsp finely chopped chives
1 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
to season

Instructions

1Cut in half crosswise and cut each half lengthwise into ½-inch thick wedges.
2Place in a colander set over a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and toss to combine. Stand for 30 minutes to draw out the moisture. The drier the zucchini, the crunchier the fries will be.
3Whisk the ingredients together. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
4Rinse well under cold water to remove the excess salt. Pat dry with paper towels.
5Place the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, salt and cayenne pepper in a food processor and pulse until finer in texture. Transfer to a shallow dish. Place the flour in a bowl. Whisk the egg whites until foaming.
6Place a third of the zucchini in the flour and toss to coat, shaking off the excess. Dip each into the egg whites to coat, allowing the excess to drain. Coat in the crumb mixture and lightly shake away the excess. Place in the air fry basket.
7Place in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching.
8The oven will preheat.
9Generously spray the zucchini with cooking spray.
10Once preheated, place the basket in rack position 3 and start the timer.
11Sprinkle with salt and serve with the yogurt dip.