Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 3

Cut each zucchini in half length-wise, and then cut each half again length-wise to make 4 sticks per small zucchini.

Step 5

In a large shallow baking dish, stir together the bread crumbs, cheese, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

In a large bowl, whisk together the egg and the water for 15 seconds. Add the zucchini sticks to the bowl and toss to coat each in the egg.

Step 9

Transfer the zucchini sticks to the dish with the bread crumbs. Working in batches, coat each stick with crumbs. Place the sticks, skin-side down on a baking sheet covered with a silicone mat or parchment paper.

Step 11

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the bread crumbs are browned and crunchy. Serve warm.