Description
Crispy Fried Eggplant is a flavorful dish that combines a crunchy exterior with a tender interior. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, this recipe promises to brighten any gathering. With just the right amount of seasoning and a delightful crunch, each bite takes you on a taste adventure. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, Crispy Fried Eggplant is sure to impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants (about 1 pound), sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt (plus more for salting eggplants)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Oil for frying (canola or vegetable oil)
Instructions
- Sprinkle sliced eggplants with salt and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
- Set up three shallow dishes—one with flour mixed with salt and paprika, one with beaten eggs, and one filled with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each slice in flour, then eggs, and finally coat in panko breadcrumbs. Press gently to adhere.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry breaded slices in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove crispy slices with a slotted spatula onto paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg