What matters
Dark skin alone does not prove tenderness. Always check inside a thicker cube.
Everyday cooking Recipe
Air fryer aubergine cubes with yogurt
Air fryer aubergine cubes with paprika, cumin and yogurt dip. Roast evenly cut pieces until the flesh is tender, not spongy.
Total time
38 min
Calories
160 kcal
Servings
2 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Tender flesh, not just dark skin
Roast the aubergine cubes without a long salting stage. Mix the yogurt dip separately and keep it cold. The recipe includes two vegetable portions with dip, but no bread or other sides.
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Recipe
Air fryer aubergine cubes with yogurt
Air fryer aubergine cubes with paprika, cumin and yogurt dip. Roast evenly cut pieces until the flesh is tender, not spongy.
Ingredients
2 servings
Method
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1
Prepare
Cut aubergine into cubes about 2 cm across. Keep sizes similar so the pieces cook at a similar rate.
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2
Mix and season
Mix with oil, paprika, cumin, pepper and half the salt. Coat the cubes lightly rather than soaking them in oil.
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3
Cook
If required by the manufacturer, preheat for 3 minutes at 190 °C. Roast loosely for about 20 minutes at 190 °C. Mix gently after 8 and 15 minutes. A fork should enter without spongy resistance; extend if needed.
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4
Check and serve
Mix yogurt, lemon, garlic, parsley and remaining salt. Serve cold beside the warm aubergine and divide into two portions.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Air fryer aubergine cubes with yogurt
Serving guidance
Do not cook the dip. The cold yogurt cream is deliberately served separately.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Use an unsweetened plant-based yogurt alternative; texture and nutrition differ.
Replace parsley in the dip with finely sliced mint, starting with a small amount.
Nutrition per serving
160kcal
9.0 gCarbohydrates
4.5 gProtein
10.7 gFat
Values are estimates per serving and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Air fryer aubergine cubes with yogurt
No. Clean, undamaged skin stays on and helps the cubes hold together.
No extra salting rest is planned here. Season and cook directly.
The cubes need longer or are too large. Continue cooking and check inside again.
The basic version contains dairy yogurt. It is vegan only with a suitable plant-based alternative.
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