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air fryer eggplant: Golden crispy air fryer eggplant slices with charred edges on a plate.

Extra Crispy Air Fryer Eggplant Perfect Golden Slices

Chef Marcus
Make crispy air fryer eggplant that is perfectly golden and tender with minimal oil. This Crispy Air Fryer Sides recipe is a quick, healthy side dish everyone loves.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Sharp Knife and Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
  • Slice eggplant into 1/2-inch rounds and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Toss eggplant slices with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  • Arrange slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap.
  • Air fry for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Keyword Air Fryer Eggplant