Smoky Eggplant Dip with Homemade Pita Chips

Baba ghanoush, a smoky spread made with roasted eggplant, is a classic Middle Eastern mezze and the inspiration for this dip. Many people find eggplant to be tricky to cook because it is watery and absorbs oil like a sponge. Cooking eggplant in the air fryer, however, is nearly foolproof and uses much less oil than other methods. The heat of the air fryer caramelizes the eggplant and removes excess moisture, leading to a smooth, richly flavored spread.

Pita chips are an increasingly