Greek Batter-Fried Eggplant
Melitzanes tiganites are quickly fried eggplant slices, designed to be non-oily, and are ideal as a side dish or part of a meze spread.
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Instructions
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Heat oil to high in a large pot.
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Salt eggplant slices with 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and let sit for 20-25 minutes; drain the accumulated liquid before proceeding.
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Prepare batter by slowly stirring soda water, flour, and salt together in a bowl.
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Coat eggplant in batter, then fry pieces in hot oil for 5-6 minutes until golden and puffed on both sides.
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Drain fried eggplant on paper towels to remove excess oil, then serve hot.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
230 kcal
Carbohydrate:
26 g
Cholesterol:
0 mg
Fiber:
7 g
Protein:
3 g
Saturated Fat:
1 g
Sodium:
797 mg
Sugar:
9 g
Fat:
15 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g