Crispy Eggplant Fries is made with eggplant, flour, 2 eggs, panko breadcrumbs; air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes to serve 4. 150 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Cut eggplant into 1/2-inch thick sticks. Salt and let sit 15 minutes, then pat very dry.
- 2
Set up breading station: flour, beaten eggs, then panko mixed with Parmesan and seasonings.
- 3
Dredge each stick in flour, dip in egg, press into panko mixture.
- 4
Spray with oil. Air fry at 400°F for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway, until deep golden and crispy.
- 5
Serve immediately with warm marinara and fresh basil.
Tip: Sweating out the moisture is non-negotiable — skip it and you get soggy fries. Press the panko firmly so it adheres. These don't hold well, so eat them right away.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 15 minutes vs ~24 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 150 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Crispy Eggplant Fries at 400°F for 15 minutes. Sweating out the moisture is non-negotiable — skip it and you get soggy fries. Press the panko firmly so it adheres. These don't hold well, so eat them right away.
You need: 1 large eggplant, cut into 3-inch sticks, 1 tsp salt (for sweating), 1/2 cup flour, 2 eggs, beaten, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup grated Parmesan, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, Marinara sauce for dipping, Fresh basil. This recipe serves 4 with 150 calories per serving.
Crispy Eggplant Fries takes 15 minutes total at 400°F. Serve immediately with warm marinara and fresh basil.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 15 minutes at 400°F.
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