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Air Fryer Fried Eggplant Rounds

we're talking about healthy fried eggplant recipes you can do using your trusty air fryer! This recipe is straightforward to make and is a lot lower in calories & fat compared to traditional fried eggplant using hot oil.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Eggplant
  • 2 Cups Panko
  • 2/3 Cup Flour
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 TBSP Milk
  • Handful of Parsley - 1 tsp if dried
  • 1 TSP Salt
  • 1 TSP Pepper
  • 1 TSP Cayenne Pepper - Optional
  • 2 TBSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Cup Fresh Tomato Sauce - Optional

Instructions

  • Begin by slicing your eggplant into 1/4 inch slices and lightly salt. Let your eggplant set for 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes, pat your eggplant dry-ensuring all the moisture is gone.
  • In three separate bowls, add your parsley & panko breadcrumbs, eggs & milk, flour, cayenne, pepper, and salt.
  • Dredge your eggplant in your flour mixture, then eggs, and lastly, your panko and set aside.
  • Once all your eggplants are coated, add to your air fryer, lightly coat with olive oil and cook at 350 degrees for 5 minutes on each side.
  • Serve with marinara sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 1678mgPotassium: 523mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 507IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 111mgIron: 3mg
Keyword air fryer, eggplant, fried epplant, tomato sauce
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