Description
A healthier twist on the classic eggplant parmesan, made crispy and delicious in the air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sprinkle the sliced eggplant with salt and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and mix breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper in a third bowl.
- Dredge each eggplant slice in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the breaded eggplant slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the air-fried eggplant, half of the marinara sauce, half of the mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan. Repeat the layers.
- Air fry the assembled eggplant parmesan for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can spray the eggplant slices with cooking spray before air frying.
- Feel free to add additional herbs or spices to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 150
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