Description
Similar to a crispy fry, this eggplant version uses crunchy almonds and a bold dipping sauce to satisfy your snacking cravings.
Ingredients
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Crispy Almond Crusted Eggplant
- 1 cup almond meal
- 1 tsp coriander, ground
- 1½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium eggplant, cut into fries ¼” inch thick
Garlic Paprika Mayo
- 2 tbsp garlic mayo
- ¾ tbsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 F. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil, lightly grease and set aside.
- In a small bowl combine almond meal, coriander, paprika and salt. In another small bowl whisk egg and olive until combined.
- Using 1 slice of eggplant at a time, dip each side in egg wash, then in almond meal mixture and place on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining eggplant, ensuring fries are ¼ inch apart on baking sheet.
- Transfer eggplant to oven and bake for 20 minutes, flipping midway.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk garlic may and paprika. Set aside.
- Serve eggplant fries hot with a side of garlic mayo and a few lime slices.
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Side
- Cuisine: Paleo