Fried eggplant with garlic and mint

6 servings

20 minutes

Fried eggplants with garlic and mint are a simple yet exquisite Italian dish that combines the aroma of fresh herbs, the spiciness of garlic, and the rich flavor of eggplants. In Italy, eggplants are considered one of the main vegetables of Mediterranean cuisine, and this dish beautifully conveys their deep taste and tender texture. Fried to a golden crust, the eggplants acquire a slight sweetness that harmonizes with the acidity of balsamic vinegar and the freshness of mint. It serves well as an independent appetizer or as an accompaniment to pasta or meat dishes. Due to its simplicity in preparation and richness in flavors, this recipe has become popular among culinary gourmets as well as lovers of light and aromatic Italian dishes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 359.9
• Proteins: 2.8g
• Fats: 33.5g
• Carbohydrates: 11.4g

Ingredients

• Eggplants: 6 pc
• Olive oil: 1 glass
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Mint leaves: 5 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Balsamic vinegar: 2 tbsp
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cut the eggplants into small pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 6 pieces

2. Heat olive oil in a pan and fry the eggplants in batches until soft and golden brown. Dry on paper towels.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 glass
   • Eggplants: 6 pieces

3. Transfer to a plate and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Top with crushed garlic and finely chopped mint. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Balsamic vinegar: 2 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Mint leaves: 5 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste