Eggplant Fritters with Honey

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Eggplant Fritters with Honey
45 min.
4
225kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Eggplant Fritters with Honey! This vegetarian and gluten-free dish is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a celebration of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. Imagine biting into a crisp exterior, bursting with the tender, delectable flesh of eggplant on the inside. These fritters are perfect as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or even a tantalizing snack.

Taking just 45 minutes to prepare, this recipe is ideal for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs looking to impress their guests. The unique combination of eggplant and the aromatic sweetness of orange blossom honey creates a perfect balance, making these fritters a standout choice for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just enjoying a quiet evening at home, these fritters will add a touch of gourmet flair to your meal.

Not only are they succulent and satisfying, but they also boast a surprisingly light texture, thanks to the soaking process in milk, which enhances the natural flavors of the eggplant. You can serve them warm from the frying pan, drizzled generously with honey, allowing your guests to customize their fritters according to their sweet preferences. Dive into this recipe and experience the simplicity and richness of this traditional Mediterranean dish – it’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 pounds eggplant 
  • cups milk 
  • servings runny honey 
  • servings salt 
  • servings unrefined sunflower oil for deep-frying

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Peel the eggplants and cut them into slices about 1/3 inchthick.
  2. Put them in a bowl, add enough milk to cover, andput a small plate on top to hold them down.
  3. Let soak for1 to 2 hours; drain.
  4. Cover a plate with plenty of flour mixed with a sprinklingof salt. Working in batches, turn the eggplant slicesin this so that they are entirely covered with flour, thenshake them to remove the excess. Deep-fry in sizzling butnot too hot oil, turning the slices over as soon as the firstside is brown.
  5. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve hot with a dribble of honey, and let people helpthemselves to more honey if they like.
  7. Variation
  8. In Córdoba, I had the eggplant slices dipped in batter. Thecoating was crisp, the eggplant was moist, and they wereserved with molasses.
  9. Reprinted with permission from The Food of Spain by Claudia Roden, © 2011 Ecco, an imprint of Harper
  10. Collins
  11. Publishers

Nutrition Facts

Calories225kcal
Protein7.44%
Fat69.86%
Carbs22.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.07
Glycemic Load
5.42
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.6230434930843%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
24.29mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:225.33kcal
11.27%
Fat:17.95g
27.62%
Saturated Fat:3.66g
22.87%
Carbohydrates:13.13g
4.38%
Net Carbohydrates:12.27g
4.46%
Sugar:12.62g
14.02%
Cholesterol:14.64mg
4.88%
Sodium:241mg
10.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.3g
8.6%
Vitamin E:5.9mg
39.31%
Calcium:153.15mg
15.32%
Phosphorus:130.3mg
13.03%
Vitamin B12:0.66µg
10.98%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.68%
Vitamin D:1.34µg
8.95%
Potassium:251.6mg
7.19%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.39%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.29%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5%
Magnesium:18.75mg
4.69%
Vitamin A:204.16IU
4.08%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.84%
Zinc:0.56mg
3.74%
Selenium:2.46µg
3.51%
Fiber:0.86g
3.46%
Vitamin K:2.11µg
2.01%
Vitamin B3:0.32mg
1.6%
Folate:6.38µg
1.59%
Copper:0.03mg
1.34%
Source:Epicurious