Pan-fried eggplant with onion caper and herb sauce is a tantalizing dish that combines the earthy flavors of eggplant with the tangy brightness of capers and herbs. This vegetarian recipe is not only flavorful but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal. The key to achieving perfect pan-fried eggplant is in choosing the right variety and cooking it properly. Look for small to medium-sized eggplants that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin. To prevent the eggplant from becoming soggy, slice it into thin rounds and sprinkle it with salt before cooking. This will help draw out excess moisture and ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
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PAN-FRIED EGGPLANT WITH BALSAMIC, BASIL, & CAPERS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by mirelsonp
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Simmer vinegar over medium heat in a 1 quart saucepan until reduced to a thick syrup, about 15 minutes. Heat half the oil in a 12" skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches and adding more oil as needed, fry eggplant, flipping once, until golden-brown, 5-7 minutes; transfer to paper towels to drain and season with salt and pepper. Arrange on a platter; drizzle with balsamic; garnish with capers and basil.
PAN-FRIED EGGPLANT
This pan-fried eggplant recipe is a delicious way to use some eggplant, fresh or older! While it may say it serves four, you might want all this to yourself.
Provided by Kidchen
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 13m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Shake flour, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder together in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag.
- Pour oil into a large iron skillet over medium heat. Coat a handful eggplant slices with the flour mixture. Add to the hot oil; cook until crisp and light brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook until other side is browned, 1 to 2 minutes more. Remove slices carefully and move to a plate or cooling rack; cover with paper towels. Repeat with the remaining eggplant slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.7 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1367.5 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
PAN-FRIED EGGPLANT SALAD WITH TOMATOES
One of my favorite eggplant dishes - eggplant is roasted in the oven and then combined with tomatoes and capers in a salad. It is important to let the eggplants sit for 1 hour. Otherwise they soak up too much oil while frying and get greasy.
Provided by Afiyet_olson
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 1h55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Lay out eggplant pieces on a baking sheet, sprinkle generously with salt and set aside for 1 hour. Wipe off salt with a paper towel and pat eggplant dry.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and place eggplant pieces in 1 layer into the skillet in batches. Pan-fry, individually turning the pieces with a fork, until eggplant is cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Repeat with remaining eggplant pieces. Allow to cool, about 20 minutes.
- Combine remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, vinegar, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix capers into the dressing.
- Mix eggplants, cherry tomatoes, and dressing in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 113.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
PAN-FRIED EGGPLANT WITH ONION, CAPER AND HERB SAUCE
We're growing white eggplants in our garden this year, which they say are supposed to be a bit sweeter than purple. This recipe came off another site then was tweaked just a bit. The first time I made it I left out the capers and used dried parsley and basil and it was still delicious. The topping is also good on fried fish.
Provided by jaynine
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Peel eggplants and slice into 3/4 inch slices. Sprinkle both sides with salt, and let sit about 20 minutes to draw out the water. Blot both sides with paper towel.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook eggplant about 4-5 minutes on each side, until cooked through and browned. Remove eggplant to serving dish.
- While eggplant is cooking, combine capers, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, parsley, basil and 1 tbsp olive oil. For a finely chopped sauce, you can pulse this mixture in a food processor, otherwise can leave as is (if not using capers, leave as is).
- Add last tbsp olive oil to pan, heat about 30 seconds, then add red onion and saute 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and saute another minute. Add caper mixture and heat through for about a minute.
- Pour sauce over eggplant and serve immediately.
SAUTEED EGGPLANT WITH CAPERS AND ANCHOVIES
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Peel the eggplant and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
- Pour the olive oil in a highly heated large nonstick skillet and add the eggplant, red and green peppers and the onions. Cook and stir until tender. Do not overcook.
- Add the garlic, salt, pepper, pepper flakes, rosemary, capers and anchovies. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 109, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 386 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
ROASTED ONION, CAPER, AND TARRAGON SAUCE
Categories Sauce Milk/Cream Herb Onion Roast Quick & Easy Vinegar White Wine Winter Tarragon Parsley Capers Gourmet
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a baking pan roast the onions in the middle of a preheated 475°F. oven for 2 hours. While the onions are roasting, in a small saucepan melt the butter over low heat, whisk in the flour, and cook the roux, whisking, for 3 minutes. Add the cream and the wine in a stream, whisking, bring the mixture to a boil, whisking, and simmer it whisking, for 5 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the capers, the vinegar, the tarragon, the parsley, and the chives.
- Let the onions cool until they can be handled, discard the tough outer layers, the stems, the root ends, and the juices in the baking pan, and in a food processor purée the onions until they are smooth. Transfer the purée to a small saucepan, bring it to a boil, and boil it, stirring, until it is thickened and the excess liquid is evaporated. Stir in the purée into the cream sauce and stir in salt and pepper to taste. The sauce may be made 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. Serve the sauce warm or at room temperature.
EGGPLANT WITH CAPERS AND OLIVES
From: "The Vegetarian Epicure" by Anna Thomas, first edition 1972. This book was a real find! I love eggplant accompanied by strong flavors. Feel free to add herbs or red pepper flakes to taste.
Provided by Engrossed
Categories European
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- A large, nonstick skillet with a cover works best for this recipe.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add eggplant and cook until it begins to get soft. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil and saute onion and garlic until onion is golden.
- Add celery, tomato sauce, and a few tablespoons of water. Cover and let steam for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a little water if necessary.
- Return eggplant to pan, add capers, and olives.
- Heat the vinegar with the sugar and add to eggplant mixture.
- Salt and pepper to taste, and simmer gently for another 10-15 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.
- Serve hot or or cold, with slices of lemon.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm eggplants for the best results. - Cut the eggplants into evenly sized slices so that they cook evenly. - Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the eggplants, or they will steam instead of fry. - Cook the eggplants over medium heat so that they have time to caramelize and develop flavor. - Don't flip the eggplants too often, or they will break apart. - Once the eggplants are cooked, drain them on paper towels to remove any excess oil. - Serve the eggplants immediately with the onion, caper, and herb sauce.Conclusion:
Pan-fried eggplant with onion, caper, and herb sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The eggplants are crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is tangy and herbaceous. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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