Description
A guilt-free, no-waste snack that uses exactly one ripe avocado to create crispy, baked fries. This easy recipe offers the crunch of a french fry with the creaminess of avocado, ready in under 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe avocado (approx. 150g flesh)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (60g)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (15g)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (3g)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (2g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (3g)
- 1 large egg (50g), beaten
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (for dipping sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- Slice the avocado flesh into sticks about 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches long.
- Pat the avocado sticks dry with a paper towel to remove surface moisture.
- Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt; one with beaten egg and water; and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each avocado stick in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured stick into the egg wash, ensuring full coverage.
- Press the stick into the panko breadcrumbs, coating it evenly and firmly.
- Place coated fries on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Optional but recommended: Chill the baking sheet in the freezer for 10 minutes before baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the panko is golden brown and firm.
- Let cool for 1 minute before serving immediately with dipping sauce.
Notes
For best results, chill the coated avocado fries in the freezer for 10 minutes before baking to help the coating adhere. Ensure the avocado is ripe but firm. Do not overcrowd the pan to prevent steaming. These fries are best served immediately as they lose crispiness quickly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 avocado (approx. 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 380
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 6
Keywords: avocado fries, baked avocado, no-waste recipe, snack for one, healthy snack, gluten-free option, dairy-free option, crispy avocado