Description
Enjoy crunchy, low-carb zucchini fries baked to perfection, perfect for a keto diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis
- 2 egg whites (mixed with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (mixed with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning)
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 egg yolks (beaten)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Wash and dry the zucchinis. Trim the ends and cut into fry-shaped sticks about 3 to 4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
- Pat the zucchini sticks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Whisk the 2 egg whites with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning in a shallow dish until lightly frothy.
- Combine the 1 cup Parmesan cheese with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning in another shallow dish.
- Dip each zucchini stick into the egg white mixture, letting excess drip off, then press into the Parmesan mixture to coat completely.
- Place coated fries in a single layer on the prepared rack or baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray or brush a tiny amount of olive oil.
- Bake for 12–16 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.
- Finish under the broiler for 1–2 minutes for extra crunch, watching closely.
- For the optional Cajun aioli, whisk together mayo, heavy cream, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, and the beaten egg yolks in a small bowl. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture. Consider using store-bought mayo to avoid raw yolks altogether.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg