Side dishe for 4

Fried Eggplant

Name: Fried Eggplant
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 1 tsp salt; 1/3 cup cornstarch; 1 small eggplant; 1 cup italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs; lemon wedges (optional); jarred marinara sauce (optional); sliced mozzarella (optional)

Eggplant slices are coated with seasoned cornstarch, egg, and panko before frying until crisp and tender.

$0.63per serving $

22 minstart to table

4servings

Italian Vegetarian Budget Side dishes

Ingredients

1 large egg
1 tsp salt
1/3 cup cornstarch
1 small eggplant
1 cup italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs
lemon wedges (optional)
jarred marinara sauce (optional)
sliced mozzarella (optional)

Steps

Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch rounds and sprinkle both sides with salt.
Set out the cornstarch, beaten egg, and Italian seasoned panko in three shallow bowls.
Coat each eggplant slice in cornstarch, dip it in egg, and press it into the panko.
Heat 1/4 inch oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Fry the slices in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and tender.
Drain the eggplant on a paper towel and serve with marinara, mozzarella, or lemon if using.