Eggplant Chips Recipes

EGGPLANT CHIPS

Steps:

• Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F. Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with nonstick foil and spray them with olive oil spray.
• Using a sharp knife, slice the eggplants very thinly, into 1/8-inch-thick slices.
• Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Spray them with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
• Bake the chips in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
• Remove from the oven, turn to the other side, spray with more oil, and bake until browned and crispy, 10-15 more minutes.*

EGGPLANT CHIPS

Steps:

• Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat; coat generously with cooking spray. Slice a firm Japanese eggplant 1/16 to 1/8 inch thick using a mandoline. Arrange on the baking sheet in a single layer; coat the eggplant with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt. Bake at 250 degrees F, 50 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through. Flip the slices; continue baking until browned, about 20 more minutes. Transfer the chips to a rack to cool.

CRISPY EGGPLANT CHIPS WITH HONEY (BERENJENAS CON MIEL | VEGAN)

Steps:

• Chop the eggplant either into matchsticks/thin slices (1/8 inch) or 1/8-inch coins (0.3 cm).
• Sprinkle salt on top of them and set them aside for about 15-20 minutes.
• Transfer the eggplant to a large bowl of either milk (dairy) or sparkling water (vegan) and soak for 30-60 minutes, covered.I recommend 30 minutes minimum, but you can also soak them covered in the refrigerator overnight. I've tried both ingredients and had very impressive (but almost identical) results - so use either based on what you have available.
• Drain the milk/sparkling water from the eggplant and pat the pieces dry slightly. Lightly coat with flour- shaking off any excess, so it's a thin coating.You can optionally season the flour for more flavor - salt, pepper, and other spices or herbs could be added. You can even add sesame seeds or wheat bran into the flour.
• Then, you can cook the eggplant slices, either in the oven, an air fryer, or deep frying.Baked eggplant chips: preheat the oven to 400ºF/200ºC. Then transfer the floured eggplant chips to a parchment paper-lined baking tray sprayed with a bit of oil. Bake the eggplant chips for around 20 minutes, or until golden and crisp.Air fryer eggplant chips: arrange the eggplant chips in a single layer on the greased basket (you might have to cook them in batches), then air fry at 400ºF/200ºC for about 12-15 minutes, until golden and crisp.Deep Fry: add enough oil to fill a large, deep skillet with 1 inch of oil and heat over medium heat. To check that the oil is ready, dip a chopstick or wooden skewer into the oil - if bubbles instantly form around the wood - you're ready to go. Alternatively, use a thermometer to make sure it's at 350ºF/180ºC.Fry the eggplant in small batches until golden and crispy, turning often (2-4 minutes). Then transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
• To serve, drizzle the crispy baked eggplant with the black honey (or regular/vegan honey) and optionally a sprinkle of flaky salt. Then enjoy!
• Make ahead: you can leave the eggplant to soak in the milk/sparkling water overnight and then drain and continue with the recipe. Alternatively, you can freeze the soaked and flour-coated eggplant for between 3-4 months in an airtight container/bag. Then cook from frozen, adding extra time to whichever cooking method you choose.Storing: store any leftover air-fried/fried/baked eggplant slices in an airtight container for 2-3 days.Reheating: these crispy eggplant chips are best when fresh. However, if you've saved leftovers and want to reheat them to bring back some of their crispiness, I recommend placing them either in your oven or air fryer at around 350ºF/180ºC for 8-12 minutes until heated and crisp.

CRISPY EGGPLANT FRIES

Steps:

• Peel the eggplant using a sharp knife or vegetable peeler. Slice it into 1/4-inch-thick sticks about 3 inches in length.
• Put about 2 inches of oil in a deep, heavy saucepan and heat to 370 F (188 C).
• Put the flour in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, beat the egg with the water. Put the breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
• Sprinkle the eggplant pieces lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
• Roll the eggplant pieces in the flour, shake off any excess, and then dip into egg mixture. Let excess egg drip off before rolling the strips in the breadcrumbs to coat.
• Fry the coated eggplant pieces in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes, turning them as they cook.
• Transfer the eggplant strips to paper towels to drain and sprinkle lightly with kosher salt. Serve hot with lemon halves or a dip, if desired.

EGGPLANT CHIPS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
• Cut eggplant strips in half again, lengthwise. Lay strips on a baking sheet.
• In a small bowl combine bread crumbs, Romano cheese, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Sprinkle over eggplant strips and drizzle with oil.
• Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until crispy.

CRISPY EGGPLANT AND CHICKPEAS

Steps:

• Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch rounds. Slice the rounds into quarters, so that you have wedge-shaped eggplant pieces. Lay the slices on a sheet pan covered in paper towels. Sprinkle the eggplant with salt and let sit while you are preparing the chickpeas.
• Heat some oil, coming about halfway up the side of a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, until the oil is 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a cooling rack and paper towels.
• Mix the garam masala, cumin, granulated garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the mixture over the chickpeas and toss until coated. Carefully lower the chickpeas into the oil using a slotted spoon. Fry, stirring frequently, until they are deep brown and crispy, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the chickpeas to the paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with another tablespoon of the spice mixture and some salt.
• Transfer the eggplant slices to a dry paper towel and dab until very dry. Sprinkle the eggplant on both sides with the remaining spice mixture. Add the eggplant to the oil in batches, only adding a few at a time. Fry the eggplant, flipping and turning frequently until they are a deep golden brown and crispy on the edges, 5 to 6 minutes.
• Serve the eggplant chips and crispy chickpeas warm or at room temperature.