EGGPLANT FRIES

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Provided by Meg Colleran Sahs

Categories     Dairy     Vegetable     Appetizer     Side     Vegetarian     Yogurt     Spice     Eggplant     Deep-Fry     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Dipping sauce:
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped kosher pickle or pickle relish
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
Fries:
1 1-pound eggplant, cut crosswise into 1/2" rounds, then into 1/2"-thick strips
Vegetable oil (for frying)
1 cup rice flour
2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons za'atar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon fine sea salt plus more for seasoning
**Ingredient Info:**Za'atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend that includes sumac, herbs, and sesame seeds. It's available at specialty foods stores, Middle Eastern markets, and igourmet.com

Steps:

  • For dipping sauce:
  • Whisk yogurt, chopped pickle, lemon zest, and oregano in a small bowl to blend. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  • For fries:
  • Place eggplant in a large bowl. Add 2 cups ice and enough water to cover. Place a plate on top of eggplant to weigh it down. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours.
  • Pour oil into a large deep pot to a depth of 2". Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of pot and heat oil over medium heat to 325°F.
  • Meanwhile, whisk rice flour, lemon zest, za'atar, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon sea salt in a medium bowl to blend. Drain eggplant. Working in batches, toss damp eggplant in flour mixture to coat.
  • Working in batches, fry eggplant, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 3-4 minutes per batch. (Reheat oil to 325°F between batches.) Transfer to paper towels to drain. Season with lemon juice and sea salt. Serve immediately with dipping sauce.

Safia Makule
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I love these eggplant fries! They're so crispy and flavorful. I've made them several times now, and they're always a hit.


Abbas Idirisa
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These eggplant fries are the perfect way to use up leftover eggplant. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Dark Desire
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I've made these eggplant fries several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make, and they're a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Perminas Motari
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These eggplant fries are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Desi hits9
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I love these eggplant fries! They're so crispy and flavorful. I've made them several times now, and they're always a hit.


Antonio James
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These eggplant fries are the perfect way to use up leftover eggplant. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Xavi Sanchez
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I've made these eggplant fries several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make, and they're a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Mirembe Faridah
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These eggplant fries are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Joshua Carr
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I love these eggplant fries! They're so crispy and flavorful. I've made them several times now, and they're always a hit.


Rita Mwanza
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These eggplant fries are the perfect way to use up leftover eggplant. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


chicken pottpie
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I've made these eggplant fries several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make, and they're a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Namuwanga Getrude
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These eggplant fries are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Mesake Anae
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I love these eggplant fries! They're so crispy and flavorful. I've made them several times now, and they're always a hit.


Lukus Mcdaniel
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These eggplant fries are a great way to use up leftover eggplant. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Saqlain Ahmad Ahmad
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I was skeptical about these eggplant fries, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were so good! I will definitely be making them again.


Stefan Muyonga
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These eggplant fries are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're crispy, flavorful, and healthy. I love that they're baked, not fried, so they're a guilt-free indulgence.


Tony Ella
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I've made these eggplant fries several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so easy to make, and they're a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Hossan Mia
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These eggplant fries were a hit! They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I served them with a dipping sauce made of Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and herbs, and they were delicious. I will definitely be making these again.