Fried Japanese Eggplant Recipe

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15 minutes
Servings 2 servings
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Looking for an easy eggplant recipe? Try this Fried Japanese Eggplant Recipe. It’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making it incredibly delicious!

Looking for more simple eggplant recipes? Try these 8 Easy Japanese Eggplant Recipes!

Fried eggplants served on a tray.

I’ll walk you through the ingredients and step-by-step instructions. I hope you enjoy it!

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Why You Will Love This Recipe 

  • This fried eggplant recipe is perfect for dinner, lunch, or even as a snack.
  • It’s crispy, tender, and absolutely delicious!
  • Simple to make and easily adaptable for a vegan diet.

Japanese Eggplants

Japanese eggplants are slim and long. Their thin skin makes them perfect for quick cooking methods like stir-frying, deep-frying, and sautรฉing. This allows them to absorb flavors easily and stay tender.

Recipe Ingredients

Youโ€™ll need the following ingredients to make this Fried Japanese Eggplant:

Ingredients for fried eggplant.
  • Japanese Eggplants: You can usually find Japanese eggplants at Japanese grocery stores or Asian grocery stores. However, if they are not available, Chinese eggplant makes the best substitute.
  • Oil for deep frying
  • Egg, panko, and wheat flour for the batter.

Panko

“Panko,” derived from the Japanese words “pan” (bread) and “ko” (flour), refers to breadcrumbs. They are used in versatile ways: as a coating for fried foods, a binding agent, and a crunchy topping for baked dishes. Panko is crafted by grinding bread into tiny flakes. You can easily make it yourself if you have extra bread at home.

How To Make Fried Japanese Egpplant: STEP BY STEP 

Here are some quick visual instructions! For the video and all the detailed ingredients and instructions, go to the printable recipe card below.

How to make fried eggplant.

Step 1

Cut eggplant into round slices.

How to make fried eggplant.

Step 2

Set up three containers: flour, beaten eggs, and panko.

How to make fried eggplant.

Step 3

Coat the eggplant slices in flour, eggs, and panko.

How to make fried eggplant.

Step 4

Deep fry the panko-crusted eggplant slices until they are golden brown.

Panko Crusted Fried Eggplant and Shiitake Mushrooms

The freshly fried eggplant is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making it incredibly delicious! See the fried shiitake mushroom recipe too!

Dipping Sauce

Enjoy dipping them into a sauce for added flavor. Here are some sauces that pair perfectly:

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to slice the eggplant evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Use Japanese panko breadcrumbs for the best crispy texture.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pot while frying to ensure even cooking.
fried eggplant and shiitake mushrooms served on a plate along with a fresh salad.

What To Serve With

Panko-crusted fried eggplant can be a delicious main course. Pair it with Steamed Japanese rice, Mushroom miso soup, and a light salad like Tofu and seaweed salad for a complete meal!

Vegan Adaptable

If you are vegan or try to avoid consuming eggs, it is possible for the batter without eggs. Mix flour and water at a 1:1 ratio. It will be slightly sticky but not too much. Then, dip your ingredients into it before covering them with panko breadcrumbs.

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fried eggplant and shiitake mushrooms.

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Panko-crusted Fried Eggplant Recipe

5 from 3 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Juri Austin
Looking for an easy eggplant recipe? Try this Panko-crusted Fried Eggplant Recipe, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making it incredibly delicious!
Fried eggplant served on a plate along with a dipping sauce.
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Equipment

  • Large Pot 18cm, (7 inches)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Eggplants
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 Tbsp Wheat flour
  • 1 cup Panko
  • Oil for frying
  • Dipping sauce of your choice

Instructions
 

  1. Prepare the eggplant: Remove the stems from the eggplants and cut them into round slices.
  2. Prepare the batter: Set up three separate containers for the batter: one with wheat flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko.
  3. Coat with the batter: Dip each eggplant slice first in the flour, then in the eggs, and finally coat it with the panko.
  4. Deep fry: Heat cooking oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Carefully place the coated eggplant slices into the pot and cook until they turn golden brown on both sides. Transfer the fried eggplant slices to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
  5. Serve: Place the fried eggplant slices on a plate and serve with your choice of sauce or ketchup.

Video

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Notes

  • Storage: You can freeze them before frying. They will last for a month in the freezer.
  • Make sure to slice the eggplant evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Use Japanese panko breadcrumbs for the best crispy texture.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pot while frying to ensure even cooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 12g

This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.

Course: Main
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: fried eggplant

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