Simple Homemade Crispy Zucchini Fries with Garlic Aioli

Ingredients

• •2 medium zucchinis, cut into sticks
• •1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• •1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• •1 teaspoon garlic powder
• •1 teaspoon onion powder
• •1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• •1/2 teaspoon salt
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• •2 large eggs, beaten
• •1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• •1 cup mayonnaise
• •2 garlic cloves, minced
• •1 teaspoon lemon juice
• •1/4 teaspoon salt (for aioli)
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper (for aioli)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Prepare three separate bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Dredge each zucchini stick in flour, then coat in the beaten egg, and finally coat in the breadcrumb mixture.

4. 4

   Place the coated zucchini sticks onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

5. 5

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the zucchini fries are golden brown and crispy.

6. 6

   While the zucchini fries are baking, prepare the garlic aioli by combining mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix well until smooth.

7. 7

   Serve the zucchini fries warm with the garlic aioli for dipping.