Fried Eggplant Recipe

Inspired by Banzo

Time1h

Serves4

Crispy fried eggplant slices.

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Ingredients

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Fried Eggplant Ingredients

1 large Eggplant

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1 cup 00 bread flour

1 cup Cornstarch

1 tsp Watkins garlic powder

1 tsp Watkins paprika

2 large Eggs

1 cup Milk

2 cups Breadcrumbs

2 cups Tuscany sunflower oil

to taste black pepper

Method

Fried Eggplant Directions

Prepare the Eggplant

Slice the eggplant into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Sprinkle salt over the slices and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.

Set Up Breading Station

In three separate bowls, place flour mixed with garlic powder and paprika, beaten eggs mixed with milk, and breadcrumbs.

Bread the Eggplant

Dredge each eggplant slice in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Press lightly to adhere the breadcrumbs.

Heat the Oil

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.

Fry the Eggplant

Carefully place the breaded eggplant slices into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Do not overcrowd the skillet.

Drain and Season

Remove the fried eggplant from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Season with black pepper to taste.

Serve

Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.