🌟 4. Coat the Carrot Fries
Roll each oiled carrot stick in the breadcrumb-parmesan-spice mixture until coated.
Shake off excess and place them on a tray in a single layer (no overlapping).
🔥 5. Cooking Options
Air Fryer
Preheat air fryer to 200 °C for 2 minutes.
Place carrot fries in a single layer in the basket.
Cook for 15–18 minutes, shaking or turning halfway through (⏱).
Oven
Preheat oven to 200 °C (fan-assisted).
Place carrot fries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
💡 Pro Tip: For ultra-crispy fries, raise the temperature to 210 °C for the last 2 minutes. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning. 👀🔥
🌿 6. Finish and Serve
Remove carrot fries while still hot and transfer to a serving dish.
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for color and freshness ✨.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce:
Yogurt-lemon dip 🍋🥛
Honey mustard 🍯
Spicy ketchup 🌶️🍅
💡 Extra Cooking Tips
Fast Coating Hack 🤲 → Place the oiled carrot sticks and breadcrumb mix into a resealable freezer bag. Shake well until everything is coated evenly.
Make it Gluten-Free 🌾❌ → Replace breadcrumbs (40 g) + Parmesan (30 g) with 70 g almond flour for a nutty, softer crust.
Extra Crunch Version 🥣 → Swap breadcrumbs for crushed cornflakes for a crunchy twist.
Cheese Lovers 🧀❤️ → Mix Parmesan with grated cheddar or pecorino for stronger flavor.
🍽 Perfect Pairings
Serve as a healthy side with grilled chicken 🍗, fish 🐟, or burgers 🍔.
Pair with a fresh salad 🥗 for a lighter meal.
Enjoy as a finger food at parties with a variety of dips 🎉.
