MOROCCAN EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) FRITTERS

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Make and share this Moroccan Eggplant (Aubergine) Fritters recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 large eggplant, peeled, cut into 2 inch pieces
2 large eggs
2 cups dry breadcrumbs
1 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
1/2 cup sultana raisin
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 jalapeno chile, minced
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon hot paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon curry
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pinch ground cardamom
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten to blend
tzatziki (included in my recipes)

Steps:

  • Microwave eggplant until tender.
  • Transfer to processor and puree.
  • Whisk puree with 2 eggs, 1 cup breadcrumbs and all ingredients up to and including cardamon (mixture will be very soft).
  • Place 1 rounded tablespoonful of mixture into flour and turn to coat.
  • Dip into beaten eggs, then in remaining 1 cup breadcrumbs to coat.
  • Flatten between palms of hands forming 3 inch oval patties.
  • Transfer to baking sheet.
  • Repeat, using up all of eggplant mixture.
  • Heat 3 inches of oil (olive oil is best but vegetable oil can be substituted) in large saucepan until hot.
  • Add patties and cook until golden-brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • (may be prepared 2 hours ahead, let stand at room temperature) Serve hot or at room temperature with tzatziki.

Benjamin Grigg
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I can't wait to try these fritters!


Christine Ellis
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These fritters are a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Tyshae Jackson
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I've never had eggplant fritters before, but I'm definitely going to be making them again. They're so delicious!


Janesar Khan
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These fritters are a great appetizer or side dish. They're also perfect for a party.


martha cecilia Torres
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I love the crispy coating on these fritters. It's the perfect contrast to the soft and flavorful filling.


Simson Alcock
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These fritters are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Abu Bokkar
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I'm definitely going to be making these fritters again. They're so good!


Nora Adaeze
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These fritters are also great for meal prep. You can make them ahead of time and then reheat them when you're ready to eat.


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I served these fritters with a side of hummus and they were delicious.


Catherine Taruona
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I added some chopped cilantro to the batter and it gave the fritters a nice fresh flavor.


Luke Mcsween
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These fritters are a great way to use up leftover eggplant. They're also a fun and easy appetizer to make.


Aaron D
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but these fritters were surprisingly delicious. The spices really bring out the flavor of the eggplant.


EmmaLeigh McCracken
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These fritters were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I love the crispy coating and the flavorful filling.


Abed Hasan Salman
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I've made these fritters several times and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of eggplant, spices, and herbs is perfect.


Funny Ideas
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These eggplant fritters were a hit at my dinner party! They were crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. I served them with a yogurt-tahini sauce and they were delicious.