Crispy Eggplant

A traditional Filipino dish in the Vegetarian classification, featuring 7 distinct ingredients. Follow the measured proportions below for authentic results.

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Ingredients

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Egg Plants
1 large
Breadcrumbs
1 cup
Sesame Seed
50g
Eggs
2
Salt
To taste
Pepper
To taste
Vegetable Oil
For frying

Preparation Instructions

Read all instructions before beginning prep work.

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

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

4. Heal oil in a large skillet over high heat.

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.