Jul 14 2026
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Eggplant Schnitzel Recipe

Inspired by Vicia
Time1h
Serves4

sungold tomatoes, pickled banana peppers, scallion vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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For the Eggplant Schnitzel

For the Topping

For the Scallion Vinaigrette

Method

Preparation of Eggplant Schnitzel

  1. 1

    Slice the Eggplant

    Cut the eggplant into 1/2 inch thick slices. Sprinkle salt on both sides and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.

  2. 2

    Prepare Breading Stations

    Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with black pepper.

  3. 3

    Bread the Eggplant

    Rinse the eggplant slices under cold water and pat dry. Dip each slice first in flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

  4. 4

    Fry the Schnitzels

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the breaded eggplant slices in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

Preparation of Toppings

  1. 5

    Prepare Toppings

    In a bowl, mix together the halved sungold tomatoes and sliced pickled banana peppers. Set aside.

Preparation of Scallion Vinaigrette

  1. 6

    Make the Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together the chopped scallions, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    On a serving plate, place a few eggplant schnitzels, top with the sungold tomato and pickled banana pepper mixture, and drizzle with the scallion vinaigrette.

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