Crispy Eggplant Recipe

Name: Crispy Eggplant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 eggplants, sliced 1/2-inch thick; coarse salt to taste; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder; 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste; 1 pinch Espelette chile pepper flakes; sea salt to taste; 1 cup mango chutney, or to taste

Servings: persons

2 eggplants, sliced 1/2-inch thick
coarse salt to taste
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
1 pinch Espelette chile pepper flakes
sea salt to taste
1 cup mango chutney, or to taste

1
Spread eggplant slices on paper towels. Sprinkle generously with coarse salt. Let excess moisture drain from eggplant, about 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.
2
Combine sesame seeds, hazelnuts, coriander seeds, turmeric, and ginger in a small skillet over low heat. Toast until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and stir in bread crumbs.
3
Press eggplant slices into bread crumb mixture to coat both sides.
4
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry eggplants in batches until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
5
Sprinkle fresh cilantro, Espelette pepper, and sea salt over eggplants. Serve with mango chutney.

170

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 eggplants, sliced 1/2-inch thick, coarse salt to taste, 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, 2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts, and more.

Yes, Crispy Eggplant falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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