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Savory Air Fryer Eggplant

Sliced breaded eggplants that are crispy and golden brown on the outside and creamy and soft on the inside.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large eggplant sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Salt the eggplant rounds and let them sit 15 minutes, then pat dry to draw out moisture and bitterness.
  2. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan.
  3. Dredge each round in flour, then egg, then the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Mist with cooking spray and arrange in a single layer in the basket.
  5. Air fry at 380F for 12 to 14 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender. Sprinkle with salt and serve.

Notes

Salting first keeps the eggplant from turning soggy or bitter.