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Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan

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  Published on May 4th, 2023
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Air-fryer eggplant parmesan
ChefRhonda PlataDifficultyBeginnerRating0.0
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It might be a controversial opinion, but eggplant parmesan was made for the air fryer. Gone are the days of splattering oil, or of eggplant absorbing so much grease it becomes soggy and unappetizing. We think this is one of those simple, delicious keto recipes you'll be reaching for again and again.

Yields3 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time12 minsTotal Time22 mins
Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

9g
Net Carbs

Amount Per Serving
Calories 429
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g22%
Protein 22g
Total Carbohydrate 17g7%
Dietary Fiber 8g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Ingredients

 1 eggplant(medium, sliced into 1/2-inch slices)
 1 egg
 1 cup low-carb bread crumbs
 ¼ cup parmigiano reggiano(finely grated)
 ½ tsp Italian seasoning
 sea salt and black pepper(to taste)
 avocado oil spray
 ½ cup low-carb marinara sauce
 4 ½ oz mozzarella ball(sliced)
 2 tsp parsley(chopped fine)

Directions

1

Place the eggplant slices on a clean surface and cover them with paper towel. Let them sit for ten minutes.

2

Preheat the air fryer to 380ºF (195ºC).

3

Set up your breading station: whisk the egg(s) in a large bowl and add the bread crumbs, parmesan, and Italian seasoning into a second bowl. Season the bread crumbs with salt and pepper.

4

Coat the eggplant in the egg, followed by the bread crumb mixture. Repeat with the remaining eggplant.

5

Transfer the eggplant to the air fryer. Work in batches if needed, ensuring they don't overlap. Spray with avocado oil and cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Be sure to spray with oil after flipping.

6

Add the marinara sauce on top of the slices and top with mozzarella. Return to the air fryer and cook for two to three minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Top with parsley and season with salt and pepper. Enjoy!

Ingredients

Ingredients

 1 eggplant(medium, sliced into 1/2-inch slices)
 1 egg
 1 cup low-carb bread crumbs
 ¼ cup parmigiano reggiano(finely grated)
 ½ tsp Italian seasoning
 sea salt and black pepper(to taste)
 avocado oil spray
 ½ cup low-carb marinara sauce
 4 ½ oz mozzarella ball(sliced)
 2 tsp parsley(chopped fine)

Directions

Directions

1

Place the eggplant slices on a clean surface and cover them with paper towel. Let them sit for ten minutes.

2

Preheat the air fryer to 380ºF (195ºC).

3

Set up your breading station: whisk the egg(s) in a large bowl and add the bread crumbs, parmesan, and Italian seasoning into a second bowl. Season the bread crumbs with salt and pepper.

4

Coat the eggplant in the egg, followed by the bread crumb mixture. Repeat with the remaining eggplant.

5

Transfer the eggplant to the air fryer. Work in batches if needed, ensuring they don't overlap. Spray with avocado oil and cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Be sure to spray with oil after flipping.

6

Add the marinara sauce on top of the slices and top with mozzarella. Return to the air fryer and cook for two to three minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Top with parsley and season with salt and pepper. Enjoy!

Notes

Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
I am a Nurse, wife, and mom. I have spent over 20 years in Healthcare and always took care of everyone else. Finally, after years of yo-yo dieting and failed New Years' resolutions, and complete desperation, I found something that Finally worked for me. I have been doing this Keto/Low carb lifestyle for over 3 years and have lost over 100lbs. My goal was to bring this lifestyle to my family and we went from couch potatoes to our 1st 5k and have lost over 300 lbs. We still have a long way to reach our goals, but we strive to be better every day. I enjoy helping women bring this Keto/Low carb lifestyle to the family.

Discussion

  1. Mike says:

    For an even lower carb version of this, grab your favorite flavor of Pork Rinds, run them through your food processor and substitute them for the bread crumbs.

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