Dipping the zucchini coins in an earthy spicy batter, then in panko is the key to getting the perfect crispy coating. The outside of the rounds gets super crunchy while the interior stays tender and juicy. The contrast of textures combined with the contrast of temperatures between hot chips and cool yogurt dip—that’s what makes a memorable bite of food. Literally mouth-watering! Enter your email & I’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from me every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Minstry of Curry It’s easy to feel good about serving finger foods that are as good for you as they are good tasting. They are gluten-free, vegan zucchini, and use minimal oil. And by now you know all the other reasons I love my Air Fryer: crispy food without a greasy mess and no need to heat up the kitchen by turning on the oven! I love this recipe in my collection because it’s quick and easy, uses mostly pantry items and zucchini is always readily available in the supermarket. Of course, in the summer, it would be nice to get the zucchini right from your backyard garden or generous neighbors like we often do!
Bonus: the batter is really a 2-in-1 recipe
This spiced gram flour batter is the same base used to make pakoras! Are you thinking what I’m thinking?? Since you already have all the ingredients on hand, make it an appetizer night! Who wouldn’t be excited to get both onion pakoras and zucchini chips?? Another thing I love about using the Air Fryer is that I can use better quality oils and I’m only using a light-quick spray. So instead oils used over and over again for frying, I opt for a spray of avocado or olive sunflower oil.
Tips & Variations
Use Gluten-Free Panko to make these 100% Gluten-Free. Gram flour is naturally GF Slice the zucchini rounds to the same thickness, about one-fourth inch so they cook evenly Use fine gram flour available in Indian grocery stores and add water as needed to make a flowy but thick batter Cook the zucchini chips in a single layer for the best results
Ingredients
How to Make Indian Spiced Zucchini Chips
A printable recipe card with measurements can be found at the end of this post :
Make the batter with gram flour and spices and add the panko to another bowl. Take a slice of zucchini and dip it in the batter, coating both sides lightly with a thin layer of batter. Then place the zucchini in the panko crumbs and coat lightly on both sides. Tip: To make this easy, you want to keep a wet hand for the batter and a dry hand for the panko. This way your hands will not get too messy. Place the coated zucchini chips in a parchment-lined baking tray.
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Line the coated zucchini chips in a single layer. My air fryer fits about 16 to 18 slices. Air Fry at 370 for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes spray the chips lightly with oil and air fry for another 2 minutes or until the chips become golden brown and crispy.
Serving
How and When to Serve Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
My family loves a fun All Appetizer Meal. I’ll make 3-4 appetizers for a lively dinner with a variety of flavors and textures. Party Food! Zucchini Chips are a delicious vegetarian crowd-pleaser. So super crunchy and has just the right level of spice to entice your guests. Plus everyone loves to dip! Level up Movie Nights! Serve up Zucchini Chips, hot and crispy from the Air Fryer, with everyone’s dip of choice. I serve the yogurt dip from this recipe, ketchup, and green chutney. Patio Time! Hot Zucchini Chips and icy cold drinks on the patio–what could be better? I love that this snack is addictingly delicious without weighing you down. Guilt-free and everyone asks for this recipe!
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