Chewy Eggplant Pancakes: A Crowd-Pleasing Favorite

Eggplant Pancakes: Effortlessly Delicious and Always a Hit!

Chewy Eggplant Pancakes: A Crowd-Pleasing Favorite

Many family members tend to enjoy vegetables more when they’re prepared as fritters or fried dishes. This recipe features tender eggplant, transformed into delightful pancakes that are sure to please everyone, even picky eaters.

Recipe Info

  • Category : Main dish
  • Ingredient Category : Vegetables
  • Occasion : Everyday
  • Cooking : Pan-fry
  • Servings : 2 servings
  • Difficulty : Beginner

Main Ingredients

  • 1-2 Eggplants
  • Cooking oil (brown rice oil or regular vegetable oil)
  • Soy sauce
  • Vinegar
  • Water
  • Red pepper flakes

Batter Ingredients (Perfect Ratio!)

  • 1 cup Whole wheat flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 cup Water or dashi broth

Cooking Instructions

Step 1

1. Making the Delicious Batter: In a wide bowl, combine 1 cup of whole wheat flour with 1 cup of water or dashi broth. (A 1:1 ratio of liquid to flour works best!). Add 1/2 Tbsp of minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of pepper. Whisk until smooth to create a delicious batter for your pancakes. **Pro Tip:** If you’re using a store-bought pancake mix, you can simply use the mix and water to make a tasty batter.

Step 1

Step 2

2. Slicing the Eggplant Beautifully: Wash the eggplants thoroughly and trim off the ends. Slice them diagonally into pieces about 1 cm thick. Slicing them too thinly might cause them to break apart, so aim for a moderate thickness.

Step 2

Step 3

3. Coating with Batter: Dip the sliced eggplant pieces into the prepared batter, ensuring each slice is evenly coated. You can also dip each piece individually right before placing it in the pan for a cleaner finish.

Step 3

Step 4

4. Pan-Frying to Golden Perfection: Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of oil. Place the batter-coated eggplant slices in the pan and fry until golden brown on both sides. **Oil Temperature Tip:** If the oil seems to be reducing, add a little more around the edges of the pan. As the oil heats up, it will flow to the center, ensuring your eggplant cooks evenly.

Step 4

Step 5

5. Serving with a Tasty Dipping Sauce: Continue to fry the eggplant slices until they are a beautiful golden brown on both sides. For an extra burst of flavor, mix together 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp water, and a pinch of red pepper flakes to create a sweet, sour, and slightly spicy dipping sauce. This sauce pairs perfectly with the eggplant pancakes.

Step 5



Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube