Eggplants are a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are low in calories and high in nutrients, making them a great addition to any diet. One of the most popular ways to prepare eggplants is by frying them. In this article, we'll show you how to make delicious fried eggplants that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Ingredients
To make fried eggplants, you'll need the following ingredients:
2 large eggplants
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
2 cups breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Follow these steps to make fried eggplants:
Start by washing and slicing the eggplants into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
Place the eggplant slices in a colander and sprinkle them with salt. Let them sit for 30 minutes to remove any excess water.
Rinse the eggplant slices and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs and milk together.
In a third shallow dish, place the breadcrumbs.
Dredge each eggplant slice in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Dip the eggplant slices in the egg mixture, then coat them in the breadcrumbs.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the eggplant slices to the hot oil, frying them for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Remove the eggplant slices from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
Serve the fried eggplants hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
Here are the nutritional values for one serving of fried eggplants (based on a recipe that serves 4):
Calories: 321
Protein: 10g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 7g
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 928mg
Conclusion
Fried eggplants are a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. With this recipe, you can make crispy and flavorful eggplants that everyone will love. So go ahead and give it a try, and let us know how it turns out!
