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Fried Eggplant coated with panko breadcrumbs with lemon garnish on white rectangular serving dish
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Fried Eggplant

Our Fried Eggplant recipe creates an easy crispy dish that’s all about texture. This Italian delight only needs a couple of unique ingredients, like panko, to make it foolproof. Our technique shows you how to getting everything just right. Makes a great appetizer, side dish or light meal. Our Fried Eggplant recipe creates an easy crispy dish that’s all about texture. This Italian delight only needs a couple of unique ingredients, like panko, to make it foolproof. Our technique shows you how to getting everything just right. Makes a great appetizer, side dish or light meal.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Fried Eggplant
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 144kcal
Author Kathleen

Ingredients

  • 1 Large Egg
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1/3 Cup Cornstarch
  • 1 Small Eggplant Cut Into 1/4 Inch Thick Slices
  • 1 Cup Italian Seasoned Panko Bread Crumbs

Serve With:

  • Lemon Wedges-Optional
  • Jarred Marinara Sauce-Optional
  • Sliced Mozzarella-Optional

Instructions

  • In a small shallow bowl, beat the egg with 1/4 teaspoon salt. In 2 more separate shallow dishes, pour the cornstarch and panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each slice of eggplant in cornstarch, coating it thoroughly then gently tapping off excess, then in egg mixture, then in the panko crumbs, pressing them to help them stick. Transfer coated eggplant to a wire rack and allow the coating to set 20 minutes.
  • Heat 1/2 inch oil in a heavy bottom, skillet with straight sides 2 inches tall, to 375degrees. Fry the eggplant slices in batches, for 1 minute on each side, or until golden brown. Transfer to paper towel-lined baking sheet. Season with additional salt and pepper. Over hot eggplant, squeeze lemon wedges, or top with marinara sauce or mozzarella if using, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 710mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 2.6mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1.2mg