Air Fryer Eggplant Fries
You don't need to deep fry tofu to make it crispy!
Recipe Summary Air Fryer Eggplant Fries
If you are watching your waistline and your calorie intake, these eggplant fries are a great alternative. Grease free and oil free, but just as tasty.Ingredients | How To Air Fry Tofu Cornstarch1 medium eggplant½ cup Italian bread crumbs¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon dried basil½ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon onion powder½ teaspoon ground black pepper¼ cup all-purpose flour2 eggsDirectionsSlice eggplant into 1/2-inch rounds, then cut each round into 1/4-inch sticks. Pat dry.Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Pour flour into a second shallow bowl. Beat eggs in a third bowl.Dip eggplant sticks in flour, then in beaten eggs, and then coat with bread crumb mixture. Place on a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.Preheat an air fryer to 370 degrees F (185 degrees C).Place eggplant sticks in basket, making sure they are not touching; cook in batches if necessary.Cook in the preheated air fryer for 8 to 10 minutes. Shake basket and continue cooking to desired crispiness, an additional 4 to 6 minutes.Info | How To Air Fry Tofu Cornstarchprep:
15 mins
cook:
15 mins
additional:
5 mins
total:
35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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