Crispy Baked Avocado Fries & Chipotle Dipping Sauce
These Crispy Baked Avocado Fries are perfectly crunchy outside and creamy inside, paired with a smoky chipotle dipping sauce for the ultimate snack or appetizer.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk or fork
- Sharp Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 large avocados sliced into wedges
- 1/2 lime juice of, optional for added zest
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup flour for dredging
- 1 egg lightly beaten, to help the breadcrumbs stick
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs for that perfect crunch
- 2 tablespoons oil to help with browning
- chipotle dipping sauce for a spicy finish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to achieve a crispy exterior.
- Slice the large avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Cut each half into wedges of even size for uniform cooking. Optionally, drizzle with lime juice to prevent browning.
- Set up a dredging station: in one bowl, mix flour with salt and pepper; in a second bowl, beat the egg until smooth; in a third bowl, pour the panko bread crumbs.
- Coat each avocado wedge first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat generously with panko bread crumbs.
- Arrange the coated avocado wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are not touching. Drizzle oil evenly over the fries.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy, watching closely to prevent burning.
- While baking, prepare the chipotle dipping sauce by combining chipotle peppers in adobo sauce with Greek yogurt or mayonnaise. Adjust spice level to taste.
- Remove fries from the oven, let cool briefly, and serve hot with the chipotle dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use slightly firm avocados to avoid mushy fries.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure crispiness.
- Sprinkle smoked paprika into the panko crumbs for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freeze uncooked coated fries on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.