Ramadan Recipes: Eggplant Fries
Discover nutritious Iftar and Suhoor recipes and prepare easy-to-make dishes for your Ramazan feast.
- Publish date: Wednesday، 14 February 2024
Eggplant Fries is a delicious Ramadan recipe that adds a flavorful twist to your Iftar spread. These crispy fries, also known as 'batata maqali' in Arabic, are a popular dish during Ramazan evenings. Sliced eggplants are coated in a seasoned batter, then fried to golden perfection, making them a delightful snack or side dish for your Ramadan gatherings. Serve them alongside your favorite dips for a tasty treat that will surely impress your family and guests during the holy month of Ramadan.
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Ingredients
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- 15 Minutes
- 4 Serving
- 358 Calories
- 2 (200 gram) eggplant, preferably small sized
- 2 cups water
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup flour
- 1 tablespoon chicken powder
- ½ teaspoon dry basil leaves
- 2 large eggs
- a pinch salt
- a pinch pepper
- 1½ cup bread crumbs
- Oil, to fry
Eggplant Fries
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Method & Directions
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- 10 Minutes
- Prepare Egg Plant:
تم نسخ الرابطPeel and cut two eggplants into fries-shaped strips. In a bowl, combine milk, water, and salt. Soak the eggplant strips in the milk mixture for 10 minutes. Also, cover eggplants with the plate so they stay soaked properly.
- Prepare Coating:
تم نسخ الرابطSeason the flour by mixing flour, dry basil leaves, and chicken powder, in a bowl until smooth.
- Make Eggwash:
تم نسخ الرابطTo make the egg wash, whisk together two large egg, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper in a medium bowl until well combined.
- :Coat the soaked eggplant
تم نسخ الرابطCoat the soaked eggplants in the seasoned flour, making sure that each eggplant strip is completely covered.
- Bread Them:
تم نسخ الرابطFirst dip each strip in egg wash. Turn to coat all sides evenly. First dip each strip in egg wash. Turn to coat all sides evenly.
- Deep Fry:
تم نسخ الرابطHeat 2 inch oil in a pot or wok. Fry breaded eggplant strips on medium heat until golden brown. Fry in batches. The eggplant fries will puff up a bit which is a sign they are cooked completely. You can also air-fry or bake them!
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Nutrition Facts
Calories | 358 |
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