Easy Fried Eggplant

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These fried eggplant slices are easy to make, quick, and so tasty! A memorable dish from my childhood and still a favorite!

Submitted by WALLEN
Updated on July 30, 2024
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A plate of easy fried eggplant served with a small bowl of tomato sauce
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil

  • 1 large eggplant, peeled and sliced

  • 3 large eggs, beaten

  • 2 cups dry bread crumbs

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

    Ingredients to make easy fried eggplant

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  2. Dip eggplant slices in egg, then coat with bread crumbs.

    A bowl of sliced eggplant next to a bowl of whisked eggs and a bowl of breadcrumbs, with an egg-coated slice of eggplant in breadcrumbs

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  3. Place breaded eggplant in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

    A small pan with slices of breaded eggplant frying in oil

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  4. Drain on paper towels. Serve and enjoy!

    A plate of easy fried eggplant served with a small bowl of tomato sauce

    Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Cook’s Note

I serve them with sliced fresh tomatoes, fresh green beans, and bread and butter.

502 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

357 Calories
14g Fat
46g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 357
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 140mg 47%
Sodium 451mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 46g 17%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 13g 26%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 126mg 10%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 392mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.