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Crispy Air Fryer Eggplant (+ Flavor Options)

You only need 3 ingredients to make this super crispy air fryer eggplant! And with three different flavor options, it'll be your new favorite side dish. These little bites taste fried but are made without all the mess and excess oil.
Prep Time35 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Halal, Hindu, Kosher, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: air fryer aubergine, air fryer eggplant
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

Air Fryer Eggplant

  • 1 eggplant
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp oil 30 mL

Flavor Options (choose one)

  • Smoky Garlic: 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Mexican: 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder
  • Italian: 2 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

  • Prep: Cut eggplant into ½ to 1 inch large cubes. Add them to a bowl along with salt, stirring to combine. Lay out a few layers of paper towels and spread eggplant cubes onto them. Let sit for at least 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat them as dry as you can.
    A baking tray lined with parchment paper holds a single layer of cubed raw eggplant, ready to be transformed into delicious air fryer eggplant on a bright blue background.
  • Flavor: In a large bowl toss together eggplant, oil, and your chosen flavor.
    A glass bowl containing chopped air fryer eggplant pieces and assorted spices sits on a blue surface.
  • Air Fry: Add eggplant to your air fryer in a single layer as possible (you may need to work in batches). Air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 15 minutes, jostling the pan every few minutes, until golden brown and crispy!
    Cubed pieces of air fryer eggplant are seasoned and cooked, featuring dark purple skin with crispy, golden-brown edges.

Notes

Should you peel your eggplant? I prefer to leave the peel on, which helps the eggplant retain its shape better (plus, the skin is filled with fiber and antioxidants!).
Storage: These are best eaten right away but they will last in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the air fryer to get crispy again.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.5g | Protein: 2.2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1.8g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1167mg | Potassium: 525mg | Fiber: 8.1g | Sugar: 6.9g | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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