Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan is a classic Italian dish that is typically made with breaded and fried eggplant slices that are layered with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, and then baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This recipe uses an air fryer to cook the eggplant slices, which results in a healthier and less oily dish. The almond flour coating gives the eggplant a crispy exterior, while the marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese provide a rich and flavorful filling.
Eggplant Parmesan is a dish that has been around for centuries, and there are many different stories about its origins. One story claims that the dish was created in the 18th century in Naples, Italy, by a chef who was trying to impress a visiting king. Another story claims that the dish was created in the 19th century in Sicily, by a group of farmers who were looking for a way to use up their excess eggplant. Regardless of its origins, Eggplant Parmesan has become a popular dish all over the world, and it is now a staple of Italian-American cuisine.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dredge the eggplant slices in the almond flour mixture.
  4. Place the breaded eggplant slices in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Top with the cooked eggplant slices and mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • Air frying the eggplant slices helps to reduce the amount of oil that is absorbed by the eggplant, resulting in a healthier and less oily dish.
  • The almond flour coating gives the eggplant a crispy exterior, while the marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese provide a rich and flavorful filling.
  • Baking the eggplant slices in the oven helps to melt the cheese and create a bubbly, gooey texture.