Crispy Italian Eggplant Fritters With Arrabbiata Sauce
  1. Peel and dice the eggplants.

  2. Season the eggplant with salt to taste.

  3. Heat 2 tbsp of avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  4. Add the eggplant and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

  5. Transfer the cooked eggplant to a bowl and let cool slightly.

  6. Add the parmesan, whisked egg, ¾ cup gluten free breadcrumbs, and gluten free flour to the eggplant and mix well to combine.

  7. In a shallow bowl, add the remaining ½ cup of gluten free breadcrumbs.

  8. Scoop the eggplant mixture by the tablespoon and gently roll into balls, then coat in the breadcrumbs.

  9. In a large skillet, heat ¼ inch of avocado oil over medium-high heat.

  10. Fry the eggplant fritters in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  11. Drain the fritters on a paper towel-lined plate.

  12. For the Arrabbiata Sauce: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

  13. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute.

  14. Add the can of whole peeled tomatoes and use a wooden spoon to break them up.

  15. Season with salt to taste and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes.

  16. Stir in the chopped basil.

  17. Serve the crispy eggplant fritters with the Arrabbiata sauce.

Course🍤Appetizer

Diets🥕Vegetarian🌾Gluten-free...

Category🧇Fritters

Cuisine🇮🇹Italian

Occasions🎊Party🍿Snack

Season☀️Summer

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 40m

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