Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsDaryâFried Eggplant Recipe

Fried Eggplant Recipe

Inspired by Daryâ
Time1h
Serves4

cilantro, citrus, date molasses, pomegranate

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Breading

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Eggplant

    Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle salt on the slices and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Rinse and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Make the Breading

    In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a separate bowl, mix the chopped cilantro, citrus juice, date molasses, and pomegranate seeds to make the sauce.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat Oil

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Fry Eggplant

    Dredge the eggplant slices in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Carefully place them in the hot oil.

  3. 6

    Drain Eggplant

    Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 7

    Serve

    Serve the fried eggplant warm, drizzled with the cilantro-citrus sauce and sprinkled with extra pomegranate seeds.

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