Source: Slawomir Fajer, AdobeStockEggplant lovers know just how delicious they are when baked. You can prepare them in various ways – in the oven, on coals, or in an air fryer. Today, we want to focus specifically on the latter option. The advantage is that an air fryer is very quick and convenient, as well as healthy and low in calories. Take note of our 12 recipes!
1. Whole Eggplant in Air Fryer
Source: gastronom.ruJust a few minutes of preparation, and a delicious vegetable dish is ready.
You will need: 1 eggplant, salt.
Preparation: Wash and dry the eggplant, make incisions on it, and salt it. Place it on the air fryer rack and bake for 20 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius. Check the eggplant's doneness with a fork.
2. Eggplant in Cheese Breading in Air Fryer
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruCrispy sticks that perfectly diversify your usual snacks.
You will need: 4 eggplants, 2 eggs, 1 cup breadcrumbs, 100 g hard cheese, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Grate the cheese and mix it with breadcrumbs and spices to taste. Whisk the eggs. Cut the eggplants into sticks, dip them in egg, then in breading. Cook them for 12 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees Celsius, flipping once during the process.
3. Eggplant with Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella in Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockA quick lunch or dinner made from the simplest ingredients.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 10 cherry tomatoes, 300 g mozzarella, olive oil, spices, Italian herbs.
Preparation: Cut the eggplants lengthwise and make incisions in the flesh. Drizzle the eggplants with olive oil, season to taste, and bake in the air fryer for 15 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius. Gently mash the flesh with a fork, then add pieces of mozzarella and halved cherry tomatoes. Bake for another 4-5 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
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4. Baked Eggplant Slices in Air Fryer
Source: dzen.ruAn alternative to your favorite fried eggplant in a pan.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 50 ml olive oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Slice the eggplants into rounds about 10 mm thick. Mix them with olive oil, salt, and spices to taste. Place the eggplants in a preheated air fryer and bake for 10 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
5. Eggplant with Tomatoes in Air Fryer
Source: pinterest.comAnother wonderful way to prepare this classic combination!
You will need: 2 eggplants, 2 tomatoes, 100 g hard cheese, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Slice the eggplants thinly, drizzle with oil, and season. Place them on foil and bake for 10 minutes in the air fryer at 180-190 degrees Celsius. Then add tomato slices, season again, and bake for another 5 minutes. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for another 5 minutes.
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6. Eggplant with Cheese in Air Fryer
Source: dzen.ruAny type of hard cheese will work, preferably aromatic ones.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 2 eggs, 200 g hard cheese, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cut the eggplants into large sticks. Whisk the eggs with spices, and grate the cheese coarsely. Dip the eggplants in egg, then roll them in cheese, place them on the air fryer rack, and bake for 20 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius. You can sprinkle the finished dish with chopped herbs before serving.
7. Eggplant with Zucchini in Air Fryer
Source: 1000.menuA winning summer recipe using seasonal vegetables.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 1 zucchini, 1 tomato, 100 g hard cheese, olive oil, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Slice the eggplants, zucchini, and tomatoes into rounds of approximately the same thickness and arrange them overlapping in a heatproof dish, alternating. Drizzle everything with oil and season to taste. Bake the vegetables on the lower rack of the air fryer for half an hour at 230 degrees Celsius on low speed. Then sprinkle the vegetables with grated cheese and bake for another 6-7 minutes at 260 degrees Celsius and high fan speed.
8. Baked Eggplant with Vegetables in Air Fryer
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruIf desired, use other vegetables – the cooking principle remains the same.
You will need: 3 eggplants, 3 zucchinis, 2 carrots, 1 onion, 200 g cherry tomatoes, 1 bell pepper, 3 tbsp olive oil, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Roughly chop all vegetables and mix them with oil, spices, and aromatic herbs. Place the vegetables in a heatproof dish. If there are too many, bake in 2 batches. Cook for 30-45 minutes in the air fryer at 230 degrees Celsius. Cooking time depends on desired tenderness. Stir the dish 1-2 times during the process.
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9. Eggplant Rolls in Air Fryer
Source: mirtesen.ruYou can prepare rolls with any filling using this recipe.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 4 cloves garlic, 150 g walnuts, 2 green onion stalks, 2-3 sprigs cilantro, spices.
Preparation: Slice the eggplants lengthwise into thin strips, about 5 mm thick. Season them to taste and bake for 10-15 minutes on the middle rack of the air fryer at 260 degrees Celsius and high fan speed.
Mix chopped walnuts, garlic, cilantro, and green onions. You can add a little cheese or lemon juice to the filling. Let the eggplants cool slightly, add the filling, roll them up, and refrigerate for half an hour.
10. Eggplant Cutlets in Air Fryer
Source: rutube.ruThe cutlets themselves will need to be lightly fried in a pan afterwards.
You will need: 4 eggplants, 2 eggs, 4 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Wash the eggplants, prick them with a fork, and bake them for half an hour in the air fryer at 200 degrees Celsius (flip once during cooking). Peel the baked eggplants and cut them in half. Roll each half in flour with spices, then in beaten eggs. Fry the cutlets in a pan on both sides.
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11. Stuffed Eggplant in Air Fryer
Source: mirtesen.ruFor a heartier version – add ground meat to the filling.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 2 tomatoes, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 2 cloves garlic, 200 g hard cheese, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cut the eggplants lengthwise and carefully remove the flesh. Finely chop the flesh and all vegetables, mince the garlic, grate the cheese, and mix the filling. Season to taste and spoon into the eggplant boats. Bake them for 25-30 minutes on the lower rack of the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius on medium speed.
12. Eggplant with Tomatoes and Peppers in Air Fryer
Source: dachnyesovety.ruLovers of spicy snacks can add a little more chili pepper.
You will need: 300 g eggplants, 200 g tomatoes, 100 g bell pepper, 4 cloves garlic, 100 g hard cheese, 1 bunch of herbs, 1.5 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp khmeli-suneli, salt, spices.
Preparation: Peel and slice the eggplants into rounds. Mix them with minced pepper, garlic, herbs, oil, and spices. Line the upper rack of the air fryer with foil, place the eggplants on it, and bake for 15 minutes at 230 degrees Celsius on medium speed. Then add tomato slices on top and bake for another 7-10 minutes. Sprinkle the finished vegetables with grated cheese.