Quick and Easy Parmesan Zucchini Fries
Recipe is keto-friendly, using low-carb zucchini and high-fat Parmesan. No flour or breadcrumbs keeps carbs low, fitting a keto diet.
Adapted from Allrecipes, by Fioa
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon dried mixed herbs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 pounds zucchinis, cut into 1/2-inch French fry strips
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl. Combine Parmesan cheese, mixed herbs, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper in a separate shallow bowl; mix well.
- Dip zucchini fries into beaten eggs, in batches; shake to remove excess, and roll in Parmesan mixture until fully coated. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven, turning once, until golden and crispy, 30 to 35 minutes.35 min timer
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