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Crispy Air Fried Eggplant: The Incredible Ultimate Recipe

A deliciously crispy and healthy air-fried eggplant dish, perfect as a side or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Eggplant Preparation
  • 2 medium Eggplants sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
  • 1 teaspoon Salt for sweating the eggplant
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs for extra crunch
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour for dredging
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder for flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika for color and flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for drizzling

Method
 

Prepare the Eggplant
  1. Slice the eggplants into 1/2 inch rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for 15 minutes to sweat out moisture.
  2. Rinse the eggplant slices under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Bread the Eggplant
  1. Set up a breading station: Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika in a third bowl.
  2. Dredge each eggplant slice in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, and then coat with the panko mixture.
Air Fry the Eggplant
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the breaded eggplant slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Serve
  1. Remove the crispy eggplant from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving.
  2. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding grated Parmesan cheese to the panko mixture.

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