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Air Fryer Eggplant Fries

Air Fryer Eggplant Fries

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Crispy, golden eggplant fries with an Italian-seasoned Parmesan crust, cooked quickly in the air fryer. Tender inside and crunchy outside.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium eggplant (about 1 lb / 450 g)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (65 g) flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup (60 g) Italian panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Olive oil spray
  • Marinara, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick fries. Sprinkle with salt and rest 15 minutes, then pat dry.
  2. Mix the panko, Parmesan, Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
  3. Coat the fries in flour, dip in egg and roll in the panko mixture.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and spray the basket.
  5. Cook in a single layer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
  6. Serve hot with marinara.

Notes

Oven method: bake at 425°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.