Best 9 Crispy Fried Eggplant Aubergine Recipes

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Crispy fried eggplant, also known as aubergine, is a delectable dish enjoyed worldwide. This versatile vegetable can be prepared in various ways, but frying it results in a crispy outer layer and a tender, flavorful interior. This article presents a collection of crispy fried eggplant recipes that cater to different tastes and preferences.

One recipe is the classic Crispy Fried Eggplant, which coats the eggplant slices in a simple batter made with flour, eggs, and seasonings. Another variation is the Panko-Crusted Fried Eggplant, which uses panko breadcrumbs to create an extra crispy coating. For those who prefer a healthier option, the Air Fryer Crispy Eggplant is an excellent choice, as it uses minimal oil to achieve a crispy texture.

For those who enjoy bold flavors, the Spicy Szechuan Fried Eggplant is a must-try. This recipe incorporates a spicy Szechuan sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, and chili peppers, resulting in a dish that is both crispy and flavorful. Additionally, the Parmesan Crusted Fried Eggplant adds a cheesy twist to this classic dish, using a mixture of grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs for the coating.

If you're looking for a unique and elegant appetizer, the Fried Eggplant with Garlic and Basil is an excellent choice. This recipe features eggplant slices topped with a mixture of garlic, basil, and olive oil, creating a flavorful and aromatic dish.

No matter your preference, this collection of crispy fried eggplant recipes offers something for everyone. Whether you're a fan of classic flavors or prefer something more adventurous, you're sure to find a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your frying pan or air fryer, and get ready to indulge in the crispy goodness of fried eggplant.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CRISP FRIED EGGPLANT



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An easy Crisp Fried Eggplant that can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Categories     Appetizer     Side     Fry     Quick & Easy     Eggplant     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 2 as a side dish or first course

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup cornstarch
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt plus additional for sprinkling the eggplant
N/A coarse salt
1 cup fresh bread crumbs
1 small eggplant (about 1/4 pound), cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
vegetable oil for deep-frying
lemon wedges if desired

Steps:

  • Put the cornstarch, the egg beaten with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and the bread crumbs in separate small dishes. Dredge each eggplant slice in the cornstarch, coating it thoroughly and shaking off the excess, coat it with the egg mixture, and dredge it in the bread crumbs, pressing on the crumbs to make them adhere. Transfer the eggplant as it is coated to paper towels and let it dry slightly. In a deep heavy skillet fry the eggplant slices in batches in 1/2 inch of 375°F. oil for 1 minute on each side, or until they are golden brown, and transfer them with tongs to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle the eggplant lightly with the additional salt and serve it with the lemon wedges.

SPICY FRIED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) IN CORNMEAL



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This is one of my favourite ways to prepare eggplant. Can also substitute as meat in a vegetarian diet.

Provided by Sueie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large eggplant
salt
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 cup fine cornmeal
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Cut eggplant into 1cm/ 1/2 inch slices.
  • Sprinkle lightly with salt and sit in colander for 30 minutes and allow to drain.
  • Wipe slices dry on paper towels.
  • Beat egg lightly in bowl with milk, spice and seasoning.
  • Spread cornmeal on a plate.
  • Heat oil for frying.
  • Dip each piece of eggplant in egg mixture and allow excess to drip off, dip the slice in the cornmeal and shallow or deep fry until golden brown.
  • Drain on kitchen paper and keep warm until all slices are fried.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.6, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 67.7, Sodium 62.2, Carbohydrate 44.7, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 8.8

OVEN FRIED EGGPLANT



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This is a healthier way to make fried eggplant. I think it tastes as good as the old deep-fried way. Use these to make Italian Eggplant or any other recipes that calls for it. Makes great Eggplant Grinders or just to pick up and eat with your fingers with a little salt.

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium eggplants (peeled)
2 egg whites (beaten)
3/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon basil or 1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
tad garlic salt or garlic powder

Steps:

  • Spray a baking sheet generously with cooking spray,.
  • Mix the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, basil, and garlic salt together.
  • Peel eggplant and slice about 1/4" thick.
  • Dip in beaten egg whites and then in the crumb mixture.
  • Put on baking sheet.
  • Bake in a 400 degree oven for about 12-15 minutes or till done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.4, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 619.8, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 8, Protein 12.6

OVEN FRIED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)



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This recipe appeared in "Cooking Light" magazine. This is a non-traditional way to prepare eggplant, but it really cuts the calories.

Provided by James Craig

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 lb unpeeled eggplant, sliced-about 12 (1/2 inch slices)
1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumb
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (or parmesan alternative, like asiago)
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine first 2 ingredients, stir well.
  • Spread evenly over both sides of eggplant slices.
  • Combine breadcrumbs, cheese, and Italian seasoning in a shallow bowl; dredge eggplant in breadcrumbs mixture.
  • Place eggplant on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake@ 425 degrees for 12 minutes.
  • Turn eggplant over; and bake an additional 12 minutes or until golden.

FRIED EGGPLANT



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Fried eggplant is hard to resist! A light breading and quick dip in the fryer makes this summer vegetable decadently crispy and meltingly tender.

Categories     spring     Summer     Sunday lunch     appetizers     comfort food     fried     side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggplant, about 3 lb. total
1 1/2 tsp. salt, plus more for seasoning
1 c. all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1/2 c. milk
3 1/2 c. panko breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning
1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Marinara or tomato sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick slices. Line two large sheet trays with paper towels and lay the slices on top in a single layer. Season with a light sprinkle of salt all over both sides of the eggplant. Set aside for 45 minutes, then pat each slice dry with a paper towel.
  • Meanwhile, place the flour on a plate. In a wide shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In another wide, shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  • Working 2 to 3 eggplant slices at a time, dredge in the flour to coat completely, dip in the egg mixture, then coat in the panko breadcrumb mixture.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet filled with about 1/4-inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Heat until very hot (about 350 degrees). Working in batches, cook 4 to 5 slices of eggplant in a single layer until golden brown on each side, about 3 minutes total. Remove from the oil and transfer to a wire rack set over a sheet tray (or a sheet tray lined with paper towels). Hold the fried eggplant warm in the oven. Continue to fry the eggplant slices, adding more oil as needed to the skillet.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and season with salt to taste. Serve alongside marinara sauce if you like.

CRISPY EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) FINGERS



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Make and share this Crispy Eggplant (Aubergine) Fingers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Just Cher

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium eggplant
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt or 1/2 teaspoon salt substitute
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
olive oil or vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Peel eggplant, cut into finger-size strips.
  • Combine next 5 ingredients, stir well.
  • Roll eggplant strips in breadcrumb mixture, dip in egg mixture, and roll again in breadcrumbs.
  • Fry in hot oil 375 degrees until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve with your favorite warm marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.7, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 76.2, Sodium 541, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 7.2

DEEP FRIED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)



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This recipe started out as an Emeril Lagasse, but I've altered it quite a bit to suit our tastes. My kids call this "eggplant chips"! We dip these in marinara sauce.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups breadcrumbs, freshly made
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano, dried
1/2 teaspoon thyme, dried
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 small eggplant
oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

  • In 3 small bowls: put flour in the 1st, egg and 1/2 teaspoons salt (whisked together) in the 2nd, bread crumbs and remaining seasonings in the 3rd.
  • Cut eggplant in 1/4 inch thick slices and then quarter slices.
  • Dredge each piece of eggplant in the flour, coating thoroughly, then shaking off excess.
  • Dip in egg mixture, then press into bread crumbs.
  • Transfer to a rack or paper towel to allow them to dry slightly.
  • In a deep heavy skillet, heat 1/2-3/4 inch of oil to 375 degrees F.
  • Fry the eggplant in batches for 1 minute on each side or until golden.
  • Drain on paper towels; sprinkle lightly with salt before serving if desired.
  • Serve with dipping sauce.

GREEK FRIED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) (MELITZANES TIGANITES)



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Make and share this Greek Fried Eggplant (Aubergine) (Melitzanes Tiganites) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Greekgal

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb eggplant
salt
olive oil (for frying)
garlic sauce
1 cup plain flour
1 pinch salt
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon oil
3/4 cup lukewarm water

Steps:

  • For Fritter Batter: Sift 1 cup plain flour and a pinch of salt into a bowl.
  • Add 1 egg yolk, 1 tablespoon oil and 3/4 cup lukewarm water.
  • Beat until smooth.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes then fold in stiffly beaten egg white. Use immediately.
  • Wash and dry eggplant. I place paper towels over and under the eggplant to soak up all the liquid. Just keep changing them for a while until they quit getting really wet.
  • Cut into 1/4 inch slices and spread out on trays.
  • Sprinkle with salt and leave for 1 hour.
  • Pat dry with paper towels and coat with flour or fritter batter. I like the fritter batter.
  • Shallow fry in hot oil until golden brown and crisp on each side - 10 minutes in all.
  • Drain on paper towel and serve hot with Garlic Sauce (optional).

CRISPY OVEN-FRIED EGGPLANT



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We love fried eggplant in the summer when they are in season. This recipe comes from a "Southern Living" cookbook

Provided by Luby Luby Luby

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h39m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 eggplants, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
3/4 cup self rising flour
1/2 cup self-rising cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
ground cayenne pepper, to taste
vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Sprinkle both sides of eggplant rounds evenly with salt.
  • Place on layers of paper towels and let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Rinse and pat dry.
  • Soak eggplant in buttermilk about 30 minutes.
  • Combie flour and next 4 ingredients.
  • Drain eggplant slices and dredge in flour mixture.
  • Pour oil to a depth of 1 1/2 inches into large cast iron skillet.
  • Heat to 375 degrees.
  • Fry eggplant 3 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.7, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 952.6, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 5.6, Protein 5.3

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm eggplants for the best results.
  • Slice the eggplant evenly so that it cooks evenly.
  • Soak the eggplant slices in salted water for 30 minutes to remove the bitterness. This step also helps to prevent the eggplant from absorbing too much oil when frying.
  • Use a large skillet or frying pan so that the eggplant slices have plenty of room to cook without overcrowding.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat before adding the eggplant slices. This will help to prevent the eggplant from sticking to the pan.
  • Cook the eggplant slices for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Drain the eggplant slices on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
  • Serve the eggplant slices immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Crispy fried eggplant is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. It is a great way to use up leftover eggplant and is a popular dish in many cuisines around the world. With its crispy coating and tender, flavorful interior, fried eggplant is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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