Aromatic Curry Eggplant Fries Recipe
Aromatic Curry Eggplant Fries Recipe
Crispy Eggplant Fries with a Hint of Curry Powder
Introducing delightful eggplant fries that are perfect as a side dish for dinner or a fun snack for kids. We’ll coat generously sliced eggplant with a light batter, enhanced with curry powder for a flavor dimension that sets these apart from ordinary fried eggplant. Enjoy a special taste with simple ingredients!
Main Ingredients- 1 eggplant
- 4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp curry powder
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch (optional)
- 1 egg
- 3 Tbsp water
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash and prepare 1 fresh eggplant. A large, firm eggplant will yield the best texture when fried.
Step 2
Slice the eggplant into bite-sized pieces, not too thin. Slicing them about 1cm thick will result in a soft interior and a crispy exterior when fried.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the batter. In a bowl, combine 4 Tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 Tbsp curry powder, 2 Tbsp cornstarch (cornstarch is optional, but it makes them extra crispy!), 1 egg, 3 Tbsp water, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to create a batter.
Step 4
If you want to simplify the battering process, try using a large resealable plastic bag! Place all the batter ingredients and the sliced eggplant into the bag. With the bag opening slightly ajar, shake it gently to coat the eggplant evenly. This method is very convenient.
Step 5
After the eggplant is coated with batter, handle it gently to prevent it from breaking apart. You can gently knead the bag or carefully coat each eggplant slice with your hands, being mindful not to damage them.
Step 6
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add about 1/2 cup of vegetable oil. For even crispier results, you can add more oil so that the eggplant slices are mostly submerged. The oil is ready when small bubbles form around the eggplant slices when you add them.
