Easy Air Fryer Eggplant Fries
Crispy, cheesy eggplant fries cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or a tasty side dish.
Equipment
- Air-fryer
- Mixing bowls
- Baking Sheet (for holding coated eggplant sticks)
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant cut into sticks
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dip each eggplant stick into the beaten eggs, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until well-coated.
- Place the coated eggplant sticks on a baking sheet.
- Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the eggplant fries in the basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary based on the thickness of your eggplant sticks and the size of your air fryer.
- For a vegan version, skip the Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Leftovers? Store in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to crisp them up again.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 922mgPotassium: 369mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 201IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 129mgIron: 2mg
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