Crispy Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan Recipe
This Air Fryer Eggplant recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy tender, perfectly cooked eggplant slices with a crispy, golden parmesan crust. Ideal as a snack or a side dish, these seasoned eggplant rounds are air-fried to perfection for a healthy, flavorful treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Eggplant Preparation
- 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick circles
Seasoning & Coating
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat to ensure even cooking.
- Prep the eggplant slices: Slice the eggplant into 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick circles. Cut off the leafy end only after slicing, using this part to hold the eggplant when cutting. Pat the slices dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season the eggplant: Brush both sides of each eggplant slice with olive oil. Then, sprinkle sea salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and grated parmesan cheese evenly on both sides in that order to maximize flavor.
- Air fry the eggplant: Place the seasoned eggplant slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap. Cook for 10-12 minutes until the eggplant is tender and the parmesan cheese turns golden brown and crispy.
- Repeat if necessary: If cooking in batches, transfer the cooked slices to a plate and repeat the air frying with the remaining slices until all are cooked.
Notes
- Patting the eggplant dry is essential to prevent sogginess and help the cheese adhere better.
- For extra crispiness, consider flipping the slices halfway through cooking.
- You can substitute parmesan cheese with a vegan alternative for a dairy-free version.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Keywords: Air Fryer Eggplant, Parmesan Eggplant, Healthy Eggplant Recipe, Easy Side Dish, Air Fryer Vegetables
