Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

For perfectly crispy zucchini fries, air fry them at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking. This high temperature ensures a golden-brown exterior while maintaining a tender interior. For thicker zucchini sticks, you may need to add 2-3 minutes to the cooking time, but keep the temperature at 400°F. Always preheat your air fryer for 3-5 minutes before adding the breaded zucchini fries, and arrange them in a single layer with space between each piece for optimal air circulation and maximum crispiness.

Your air fryer zucchini fries are fully cooked when they're golden brown on the outside and tender when pierced with a fork, typically after 12-15 minutes at 400°F. Look for a crispy, breaded exterior that's evenly browned and slightly crunchy when touched. The inside should be soft but not mushy - you should be able to easily pierce the zucchini with a fork while the coating maintains its crunch. If the coating is still pale or feels soft, continue cooking in 1-minute intervals until perfectly crispy.