Air Fryer Zucchini with Parmesan Crust

Preparation

1. 1
   Step 1

   Wash and dry the zucchini and trim the ends.

2. 2
   Step 2

   Cut the zucchini into slices about 1 cm thick.

3. 3
   Step 3

   Place the slices in a colander, salt them, and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

   Timer · 10 min
4. 4
   Step 4

   In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, herbes de Provence, pepper, and cayenne pepper.

5. 5
   Step 5

   In a deep plate, crack and whisk the egg.

6. 6
   Step 6

   In a shallow plate, combine the Parmesan and breadcrumbs.

7. 7
   Step 7

   After the resting time, thoroughly pat the zucchini slices dry with paper towels.

8. 8
   Step 8

   First, coat the slices in the starch mixture.

9. 9
   Step 9

   Then, dip the slices on both sides into the whisked egg.

10. 10
    Step 10

    Finally, coat the slices in the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture.

11. 11
    Step 11

    Brush the perforated air fryer tray with a little vegetable oil.

12. 12
    Step 12

    Place the zucchini slices side by side on the tray and brush or spray them with oil as well.

13. 13
    Step 13

    Cook in the air fryer at 170 °C for 14 minutes until golden brown.

    Timer · 14 min