A roasted aubergine half makes a natural bowl for a savoury filling — herby tomato, grains and cheese. The air fryer roasts the aubergine silky and tender, ready to load up. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make stuffed aubergine in an air fryer?
A: Roast halved aubergine at 190°C (375°F) for 18–22 minutes, scoop and mix the flesh into the filling, then fill and finish for a few minutes.
Q: How do you prepare it?
A: Halve lengthways, score the flesh, and roast until soft before scooping.
The method
Halve the aubergines, score the flesh in a criss-cross, and roast cut-side up until soft. Scoop most of the flesh out, chop it, and mix into a filling of tomato, grains and herbs. Spoon back in, top with cheese, and finish until golden.
The recipe
Air Fryer Stuffed Aubergine
Ingredients
- 1 aubergine, halved
- 150g chopped tomatoes, garlic
- 100g cooked grains, herbs
- 60g feta or cheese, olive oil
Method
- Score and roast halves at 190°C for 18–22 min.
- Scoop flesh; mix with tomato, grains, herbs.
- Spoon back in; top with cheese.
- Air fry 5 minutes more.
Filling ideas
- Mediterranean — tomato, feta, olives.
- Grain-boosted — quinoa or rice.
- Vegan — swap feta for toasted nuts.
Frequently asked questions
How long does stuffed aubergine take in an air fryer?
Roast the halves for 18–22 minutes at 190°C until soft, then fill and finish for a further 5 minutes.
How do you prepare aubergine for stuffing?
Halve it lengthways, score the flesh in a criss-cross, and roast cut-side up until soft, then scoop out most of the flesh for the filling.
Can you make it vegan?
Yes — swap the feta for toasted nuts and herbs, and use a grain like quinoa for protein and substance.