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Crispy Eggplant

Filipino · Vegetarian

Crispy Eggplant

lunchdinnerVegetarianDairy-FreeNut-Free

Ingredients

  • Egg Plants1 large
  • Breadcrumbs1 cup
  • Sesame Seed1¾ oz
  • Eggs2
  • SaltTo taste
  • PepperTo taste
  • Vegetable OilFor frying

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice eggplant into 1 cm (0.4-inch) slices.

  2. 2

    Place them in a bowl and sprinkle them with salt.

  3. 3

    allow them to sit for 30 minutes to render some of their liquid and bitterness.

  4. 4

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

  5. 5

    In a large bowl/plate place breadcrumbs and sesame seeds.

  6. 6

    In another bowl beat 2 eggs with pinch salt and pepper.

  7. 7

    Heal oil in a large skillet over high heat.

  8. 8

    Dip eggplant slices in egg, then in crumbs, and place in hot oil.

  9. 9

    Fry 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

  10. 10

    Drain on a paper towel.