Name: Crispy Vegan Zucchini Fries: Healthy Oven-Baked
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons soy flour; 1/3 cup plain bread crumbs; 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Ground black pepper to taste; 1 dash cayenne pepper; 2 zucchinis, quartered and cut into spears; 1 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon ketchup

Transform humble zucchini into golden, crispy delights with this oven-baked marvel. A guilt-free indulgence that's perfect as an appetizer, snack, or a vibrant side dish. Get ready for a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds!

Follow The Directions

01

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread olive oil evenly on a large baking sheet. (2 minutes)

02

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In a mixing bowl, whisk together water and soy flour until a smooth, thick batter forms. Ensure there are no lumps for a perfectly even coating. (3 minutes)

03

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On a shallow plate, combine bread crumbs, herbes de Provence, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed. (2 minutes)

04

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Dip each zucchini spear into the soy flour batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Then, roll the battered spear in the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the coated spears cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer. (10 minutes)

05

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Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 10 minutes. Turn to other cut side and bake for 10 minutes. Turn spears so they are skin-side down; continue baking until browned, about 5 minutes more. (25 minutes)

06

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Transfer zucchini spears to a platter. Serve immediately with vegan mayonnaise and ketchup for dipping. Enjoy the crispy goodness! (2 minutes)

For extra crispy zucchini, consider using panko bread crumbs instead of regular bread crumbs.
Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices in the bread crumb mixture to customize the flavor profile.
Ensure the zucchini spears are evenly spaced on the baking sheet to promote even browning.
For an extra touch of flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the baked zucchini before serving.