Best Crouton Eggplant Parmesan Recipes

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DEEP-FRIED EGGPLANT CROUTONS



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Canola oil, for frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs
1 eggplant, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
Salt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 tablespoon chopped basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 bag spring mix greens
1 heart romaine, chopped
10 basil leaves, torn
10 fresh oregano leaves
10 parsley leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat a fryer to 375 degrees F.
  • In separate shallow dishes add flour, egg and bread crumbs. Coat the eggplant cubes in the flour, then the egg and finally through the bread crumbs. Carefully add the cubes to the fryer and fry until crisp and golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the fryer to a paper towel lined platter to drain. Sprinkle with salt and set aside.
  • Vinaigrette:
  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic and mustard. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to combine and emulsify. Add the herbs, salt and pepper. Set aside to dress salad.
  • In a large serving bowl, toss together the greens, herbs, cheese, tomatoes and onion.
  • Toss with the desired amount of dressing, top with eggplant croutons and serve.

CROUTONS WITH PARMESAN



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     project, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 16 to 24 croutons

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 loaf of French bread like a baguette
1 large garlic clove peeled and left whole
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven broiler.
  • Rub the bread's crust all over with the garlic clove.
  • Slice the bread on the bias 1/4 inch thick. Arrange the slices in a baking dish, brush with the oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Place under the broiler until golden brown on one side. Turn and brown lightly on the reverse side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 214, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 431 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

DEEP-FRIED EGGPLANT CROUTONS WITH A SALAD!



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Make and share this Deep-Fried Eggplant Croutons With a Salad! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

canola oil, for frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup seasoned Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 eggplant, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
salt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 tablespoon chopped basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 (6 ounce) bag mixed spring greens
1 romaine lettuce hearts, chopped
10 basil leaves, torn
10 fresh oregano leaves
10 fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat a fryer to 375 degrees F.
  • In separate shallow dishes add flour, egg and bread crumbs. Coat the eggplant cubes in the flour, then the egg and finally through the bread crumbs. Carefully add the cubes to the fryer and fry until crisp and golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the fryer to a paper towel lined platter to drain. Sprinkle with salt and set aside.
  • Vinaigrette:
  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic and mustard. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to combine and emulsify. Add the herbs, salt and pepper. Set aside to dress salad.
  • In a large serving bowl, toss together the greens, herbs, cheese, tomatoes and onion.
  • Toss with the desired amount of dressing, top with eggplant croutons and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689.2, Fat 48.8, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 164.4, Sodium 1317.7, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 8, Protein 17.1

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CROUTONS



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I found this recipe when I was watching my carbs. It was described as a substitute for salad croutons, and I think they would be great that way. But, I've also used them as a chip for hummus, and it is a great combination. By the way, Japanese eggplants are smaller skinny eggplants.

Provided by karen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 15-20 croutons, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 large Japanese eggplants
salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Slice eggplant into rounds and 1/2 inch thick. Sprinkle lightly with salt.
  • Place slices directly on an oven rack, carefully laying them out so they don't fall between the bars. Bake for 20 minutes or until the eggplant shrinks and becomes dry.
  • Lightly rinse each slice to remove excess salt. Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Combine oil and paprika in a small frying pan.
  • Oven medium-high heat, cook each slice on both sides until crips and browned, 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

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