Eggplant (aubergine) fritters are a quick and easy-to-make
side item that can be eaten with rice and other meat dishes,
or even on their own as a snack or vegetarian main course.
Although not a favorite vegetable for many people, this
recipe will ensure that the eggplant is both appetizing and
delicious.
!! Ingredients !!
* 3 to 4 medium sized round eggplants.
Note: Medium is considered 1 1/2 pounds.
* 1 large egg
* Salt for taste
* A quarter teaspoon pepper powder or any other preferred spice or
seasoning
* Dry breadcrumbs
* Vegetable cooking oil
!! Steps !!
Slice the eggplant into 3 mm (.118 of an inch, or 1/10 of a cm)
thick slices. You can slice in rounds or lengths; the preference is
yours but round slices tend to be easier to handle.
Soak in salted water for 10 minutes.
* Drain after 10 minutes and leave to one side for later use.
Beat the egg with a quarter teaspoon of fine salt. Add the pepper
powder to beaten egg and whisk gently.
* Dip the eggplant slices into the egg batter.
Coat the dipped slices with the breadcrumbs. Place the breadcrumbs
into a wide bowl or flat plate and lay the slices direct into the
breadcrumbs, and then turn over to coat the other side.
* Lay on a tray or plate while waiting for frying. Keep this tray or
plate close to the stove top for ease of use.
Frying long fritters Frying round fritters Fry the coated
eggplant slices in oil until golden brown in color.
* Use paper, kitchen towel, or even recycled cereal carton
to drain the oil Drain the oil off each fritter on wax paper,
kitchen towel, or cardboard.
Serve. Eggplant fritters can be eaten and served in many different
and creative ways. They can be served as a meal of their own,
accompanied by salad and vegetables, or they can be served as a side
dish.
* They make great snacks.
* Pickles, flavored mayonnaise, and sauces go well with eggplant
fritters.
* Serve with vegetables as a delicious vegetarian meal when
vegetarians turn up without warning.
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!! Tips !!
* Bread flour or cake flour can be used as an alternative for bread
crumbs.
* Take adequate safety precautions when working with hot oil.
* 3 mm thick potato slices can also be used as an alternative for
eggplant. In this case the dish will be called potato fritters.
!! Things You'll Need !!
* Chopping board and knife
* Bowls
* Mixing utensils
* Saucepan or frying pan for frying
* Tongs
* Paper or cardboard to drain oil
* Serving plate
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