Baked Eggplant Fries
Directions
- 1Cut the eggplant into fries or fingers. Sprinkle with salt and let them sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
- 2Meanwhile, prepare the rub: mix sesame seeds, cornstarch, paprika, dried basil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- 3Pat the eggplant dry with paper towels.
- 4Toss the eggplant with olive oil, then sprinkle the rub on top and mix so all pieces are coated.
- 5Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 6Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through if desired, until golden and slightly crisp.
Ingredients
- 1 eggplant
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- to taste Salt
- to taste pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Equipment
baking sheetparchment-lined baking sheetbowl
Tips
- Pat the eggplant dry with paper towels after salting to ensure crispiness.
- Flip the eggplant fries halfway through baking if desired, until golden and slightly crisp.
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