Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
13 mins
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Total Time
23 mins
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Servings
4 servings (3-4 slices each serving
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Calories
273 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
Description
This Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan starts by slicing a large eggplant into thin, even slices that are salted and rested to reduce bitterness and moisture. The slices are dipped into an egg mixture of whole egg, egg white, water, and flour, then coated with a seasoned breadcrumb mix that includes Italian-style breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, and a pinch of salt.
The coated slices are cooked in the air fryer at 370 degrees for about 8 minutes per batch, being lightly sprayed with oil for a crispy finish. The partially cooked slices are then topped with marinara sauce, sliced or shredded mozzarella cheese, and optionally fresh basil, then returned to the air fryer at a higher temperature to melt the cheese and heat through.
This method yields eggplant slices that have a crisp breading with tender cooked flesh, combining to replicate the classic eggplant parmesan texture with less oil. The recipe includes guidance for freezing cooked slices in vacuum-sealed bags for up to six months, and reheating instructions for maintaining crispness and melted cheese using the air fryer.
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant
- salt
Egg Mixture:
- 1 egg
- 1 egg white
- 4 TBS water
- 3 TBS flour
Breadcrumb Mixture
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Italian style
- 2 TBS Parmesan Cheese
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- ½ tsp oregano dried
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Toppings:
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese sliced thinly (about 12 slices) OR ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, fresh
- ¾ cup marinara sauce
- basil fresh, optional
Instructions
Prep Eggplant:
To coat eggplant:
To cook:
Notes
- After assembling slices with sauce and cheese, return to the air fryer at 400°F for 2-3 minutes to melt cheese and warm thoroughly.
- Freeze cooked eggplant parmesan slices in freezer bags with air squeezed out, and keep for up to 6 months.
- Reheat from frozen in the air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes, adding time as needed until hot and crisp.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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