How To Air Fryer Eggplant

Add eggplant to air fryer whole.

How to air fryer eggplant. Place a sheet of foil in the air fryer basket with a coat of olive oil spray. Wipe down eggplant with dry cloth. Please note all air fryers cook slightly differently so you may have to adjust the temperature for your machine. When ready add a few pieces of the eggplant to the air fryer basket in a single layer how many will depend on the size of your air fryer. Preheat air fryer to 400f.

Cook at 390 degrees for 5 minutes. Place the eggplant in the air fryer. The air fryer works alternatively by coating the desired food in a thin layer of oil while. If it s bitter or not salty enough sprinkle everything with a pinch of coarse salt. Set your air fryer to 300 degrees and preheat it for 5 minutes before adding in your eggplant.

Slice into 1 4 rounds. I was able to do 4 at a time with this method it will vary depending on size. Transfer to a serving plate. Cooking the eggplant in batches we air fried them at 375 degrees f for about 10 minutes total turning them over after about 5 so they brown evenly on both sides. Traditional frying methods induce the maillard effect by completely submerging foods in hot oil.

Pour 1 tablespoon of olive oil over your sliced eggplant in a bowl. Set to 390 f for 11 minutes and press start. Cook for 20 minutes turning every four minutes. Be sure it s rolled up on the side to allow the air to circulate. One at a time dip into egg then into flour then press breadcrumbs on both sides so they re nicely coated.

Toss so it s all in a single layer. Combine all ingredients and toss until eggplant pieces are coated with olive oil and spices. Air fry the eggplant at 375f for 20 minutes shaking the basket halfway through. Preheat air fryer to 400f. You can remove the skin at this point as well if you prefer.