Eggplant sticks in an air fryer are a delicious alternative to classic fried snacks, perfect as a tasty side dish or appetizer. Cut into stick shape, the eggplants are usually breaded and then cooked in an air fryer until they achieve a crispy golden exterior and a soft interior.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 3 eggplants
- breadcrumbs (as needed)
- salt
- extra virgin olive oil
- 2 eggs (large)
Tools
- 1 Oil Sprayer
- 1 Air Fryer
Steps
To prepare the eggplant sticks in the air fryer, wash the eggplants, cut off the ends, and dry them thoroughly. Cut the eggplants into slices about 0.4 inches thick and then into sticks about 2.8 inches long.
In a bowl, pour the eggs, add a couple of pinches of salt, and beat them with a fork or whisk. Add the eggplant sticks and mix to coat them well with the egg. Then, proceed to bread the sticks with breadcrumbs.
Place the eggplant sticks in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlapping them, spray a little oil with the sprayer (or alternatively distribute a thin drizzle of oil) and cook them at 356°F for 15 minutes, turning them halfway through and giving them another spray of oil. If the sticks are not crispy enough after the time has elapsed, you can continue cooking for a few more minutes.
Once cooking is complete, before serving the eggplant sticks, season them with a pinch of salt.
Storage
Eggplant sticks in an air fryer can be stored in the fridge for one day in an airtight container.
