BATTER FRIED EGGPLANT

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From The Africa Cookbook, this is attributed to South Africa. Wherever it comes from, this is a yummy way to eat your vegetables!

Provided by IngridH

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 eggplants, large
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon chili powder (ground chiles, not the mix you use to make chili)
1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Wash the eggplants and cut into 1 inch slices. Place the slices on a rack or in a colander, sprinkle with the salt, and let sit for 15 minutes. This will release Mix remaining ingredients into a batter.
  • When the oil is hot, dip a few pieces of the eggplant in the batter until well coated. Carefully place into the hot oil, and fry for 3-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  • Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 211.3, Carbohydrate 61.7, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 5.6, Protein 9

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