Description
Air Fryer Eggplant Fries are a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional fries, offering a satisfying crunch with significantly less oil. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these fries are quick to prepare and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Choose young, firm eggplants with smooth skin.
- Slice the eggplant into uniform sticks for even cooking.
- Sprinkle salt on the eggplant and let it sit for about 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- Rinse the eggplant sticks and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Coat the eggplant sticks lightly with olive oil using a spray bottle.
- Dredge the eggplant sticks in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the eggplant fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.
- Cook the fries for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove the fries from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Salt the eggplant before cooking to help achieve a crispier texture.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: air-fryer
- Method: air frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (100g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: air fryer, eggplant, fries, healthy snack, crispy