Description
Heavenly Turkish Delight Eggplant merges Mediterranean flavors with rich, aromatic spices that dance across your palate. Comfort meets culinary artistry in this warm, inviting dish that promises to transport diners straight to the heart of Turkey’s vibrant cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 eggplants
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Seasoning and Spices:
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
Wet Ingredients and Binders:
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 3 liters (101.4 fluid ounces) water
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot and bring 3 liters of salted water to a rolling boil.
- Slice eggplants into uniform pieces and briefly blanch them in boiling water for 60 seconds to soften, then drain and allow to cool slightly.
- Create a creamy egg wash by whisking eggs with salt, ground pepper, mayonnaise, and mustard until smooth and well-combined.
- Prepare a crispy coating mixture by combining breadcrumbs, flour, and smoked paprika in a separate shallow dish.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over high temperature until shimmering and hot.
- Dredge each eggplant slice first through the egg mixture, ensuring complete coverage, then coat thoroughly with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
- Carefully place breaded eggplant slices into the hot oil, frying until achieving a golden-brown exterior, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- After initial browning, reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes to ensure tender interior and crisp exterior.
- Transfer the finished eggplant slices to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately while hot, presenting the Turkish Delight Eggplant as a delectable side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- Blanch eggplants briefly to remove bitterness and create a softer texture before frying.
- Use high-quality mayonnaise and Dijon mustard for a more complex and rich flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free version, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Pat eggplant slices dry with paper towels after blanching to ensure crispy coating adheres well during frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg