Crispy keto eggplant fries baked in the oven or cooked in the air fryer. Made with almond flour and parmesan for a low-carb snack or side dish that tastes like real fries.
1 large eggplant
2 eggs
1 cup almond flour (or crushed pork rinds)
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Olive oil spray
Wash and dry the eggplant. Cut into fry-shaped strips.
Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 20 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs. In another bowl, mix almond flour, parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Dip each eggplant fry in egg, then coat in the flour mixture.
For oven: Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Place fries on a lined baking sheet. Spray with olive oil. Bake 20–25 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
For air fryer: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Place fries in a single layer in basket. Spray lightly with olive oil. Air fry 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway.
Serve hot with ranch, marinara, or your favorite keto dip.
Don’t skip salting the eggplant first; it helps remove extra water for crispier fries.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 2 days. Reheat in air fryer for best texture.
Freeze raw coated fries on a tray, then cook straight from frozen.
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-eggplant-fries/