Chinese Eggplant Fries

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Chinese Eggplant Fries
25 min.
6
373kcal

Suggestions

These Chinese eggplant fries are a delicious and unique twist on traditional French fries. The eggplant is sliced into fry shapes, coated in a crispy batter, and fried to golden-brown perfection. They make a great side dish and are perfect for those who are looking for a vegetarian or dairy-free option. With a hint of spice from the cayenne pepper and a crispy exterior, these fries are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The best part is that they are easy to make and come together in just 25 minutes! So, if you're looking for a fun and flavorful alternative to regular fries, give these Chinese eggplant fries a try. They are a great way to switch up your side dish game and impress your family and friends with your culinary creativity. These fries are also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables in a fun and tasty way. So, what are you waiting for? Grab some eggplants and let's get frying!

Ingredients

  • pinch ground pepper to taste
  • cup cornmeal 
  •  eggplant peeled sliced into fries
  •  eggs beaten
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. In a shallow bowl, stir together the flour, cornmeal, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Place the eggs in a separate bowl.
  3. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. A few at a time, dip the eggplant pieces into the egg, then into the flour mixture, then back into the egg, and back into the flour mixture. Fry the eggplant in the hot oil until golden brown.
  4. Drain on paper towels, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories373kcal
Protein10.92%
Fat25%
Carbs64.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.25
Glycemic Load
35.85
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.716087009596%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
130.82mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:372.73kcal
18.64%
Fat:10.44g
16.06%
Saturated Fat:1.89g
11.81%
Carbohydrates:60.21g
20.07%
Net Carbohydrates:52.01g
18.91%
Sugar:5.97g
6.63%
Cholesterol:54.56mg
18.19%
Sodium:219.57mg
9.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:10.26g
20.52%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.66%
Fiber:8.2g
32.8%
Vitamin B1:0.47mg
31.47%
Folate:125.76µg
31.44%
Selenium:20.68µg
29.54%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.83%
Vitamin B3:4.12mg
20.59%
Iron:3.34mg
18.54%
Vitamin K:18.08µg
17.22%
Phosphorus:170.35mg
17.04%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.41%
Magnesium:60.69mg
15.17%
Potassium:500.14mg
14.29%
Copper:0.26mg
12.93%
Zinc:1.55mg
10.32%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.94%
Vitamin E:1.3mg
8.64%
Vitamin C:3.37mg
4.09%
Calcium:29.94mg
2.99%
Vitamin A:121.25IU
2.42%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.18%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.96%
Source:Allrecipes