Fried Eggplant (Baigan)

Preparation time: 10 min
Cooking time: 15 min
Level: Easy

Ingredients:
1 eggplant (baigan)
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup flour or breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp marjoram
1/2 tsp basil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
2 sprig chive, chopped finely
2 leaves big leaf thyme, chopped finely
5 leaves chadon beni, chopped finely
oil for frying ( I used coconut oil)

Directions:
Cut the eggplant into 1/2" thick slices. Set aside.

In a plate or bowl mix the flour or bread crumbs with the seasoning. (Note: You could adjust the seasoning to your liking. Feel free to add more chadon beni and chive!)

To fry, dip the eggplant slices in the egg then in the seasoned flour and set aside for about 5 - 10 minutes.

Then heat the oil over a medium flame and add the eggplant slices. Fry, on both sides, until golden brown and drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle a little salt over the fried eggplant and / or serve with your favourite dip.

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