Crispy Eggplant Chips
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Crispy Eggplant Chips
Description
This recipe slices Japanese eggplants very thinly, about 1/8 inch to allow for even baking and crisping. The slices are arranged in a single layer on parchment- or foil-lined baking sheets, lightly sprayed with olive oil, and seasoned with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. The chips are baked in a 450°F oven for 15 minutes, then flipped, sprayed again, and baked for another 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
The choice of Japanese eggplants is important; their firm texture and lower moisture content make them suitable for chip-style results unlike regular eggplants that are softer and contain more water. The finished chips are best served immediately to enjoy the crisp texture.
Leftover chips can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheated uncovered in the oven to help regain some crispness, or enjoyed cold as part of an antipasti platter.
Ingredients
- olive oil spray form
- 2 Japanese eggplant 1 pound total weight, unpeeled; see notes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line 2 large, rimmed baking sheets with nonstick foil or high-heat-resistant parchment paper and spray them with olive oil.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the eggplants very thinly into ⅛-inch-thick slices.
- Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Spray them with olive oil and sprinkle them with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bake the chips in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Remove the pans from the oven, flip the eggplant slices, spray them with more oil, and bake until browned and crispy, 10-15 more minutes. (See notes). Serve immediately.
Notes
- Watch chips carefully during baking to prevent burning as slices may brown at different rates.
- Use Japanese eggplants for best texture and size; regular eggplants are too moist and soft for chips.
- Enjoy the chips fresh for maximum crispness; leftovers can be refrigerated up to four days.
- Reheat leftovers uncovered in a 350°F oven to help restore crispness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5recipe | |
| Calories | 100kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Sodium | 287mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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