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Crispy Eggplant

Filipino · Vegetarian

Crispy Eggplant

lunchdinnerVegetarianDairy-FreeNut-Free

Ingredients

  • Egg Plants1 large
  • Breadcrumbs1 cup
  • Sesame Seed50g
  • Eggs2
  • SaltTo taste
  • PepperTo taste
  • Vegetable OilFor frying

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice eggplant into 1 cm (0.4-inch) slices. Place them in a bowl and sprinkle them with salt. allow them to sit for 30 minutes to render some of their liquid and bitterness.

  2. 2

    After 30 minutes wash eggplant slices from salt and pat dry with a kitchen towel.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl/plate place breadcrumbs and sesame seeds. In another bowl beat 2 eggs with pinch salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Heal oil in a large skillet over high heat.

  5. 5

    Dip eggplant slices in egg, then in crumbs, and place in hot oil. Fry 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Drain on a paper towel.