# Air Fryer Eggplant

This recipe yields a flavor and texture similar to roasted eggplant, with a slightly charred exterior and tender inside.

- Total time: 15 min
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Category: Side
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 large (680 grams) eggplant
- 1 tbsp (15 grams) extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme or other herb of choice

## Instructions

1. Cut the eggplant into thick slices, then into sticks, and finally into big bite-sized pieces (1-inch/2.5cm dice).
2. Add the eggplant to a large bowl, then season with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Toss to combine.
4. If you want, you can also add some other herbs and spices, like garlic powder or dried rosemary (or dried thyme).
5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
6. Now add the eggplant to your air fryer basket.
7. Air fry at 400° Fahrenheit (200°C) for 12 to 15 minutes.
8. Shake the air fryer basket every 3 to 4 minutes.
9. Transfer onto a serving platter and serve with freshly chopped herbs on top (parsley, basil, mint) and a squeeze of lemon juice, or drizzle with chimichurri or tahini sauce.

## Equipment

- air fryer
- large bowl
- air fryer basket

## Tips

- Shake the air fryer basket every 3 to 4 minutes.
- Cooking time varies slightly depending on the dice size and air fryer model.
- The eggplant is ready when it is slightly charred outside and tender inside.
- You can serve them as a side dish or starter on a platter with a delicious chimichurri sauce.
- You can use them to make a delicious fatteh with yogurt.
- You can serve air fryer eggplant as is or top it with a generous sprinkle of fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice for an extra fresh and tangy taste.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9bcOUCO2yb/?igsh=MW9xZ3Bvb3RsZG9jYw==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/ab978910-2ff6-4b61-91d3-475a2e57af06
- Extracted: 2026-03-25

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