Sautéed Eggplant with Honey
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
32 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
304 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Sautéed Eggplant with Honey
Description
Sautéed Eggplant with Honey uses a large eggplant peeled and sliced very thin. Soaking the slices in whole milk overnight helps reduce bitterness and softens the eggplant for better texture when cooked. The slices are dredged in a lightly salted flour coating and pan-fried in olive oil until both sides develop a golden crust yet remain tender inside. After frying, the eggplant slices are sprinkled with sea salt, drizzled with honey, and garnished with fresh thyme leaves. The combination offers a subtle sweetness that complements the savory, earthy flavor of the eggplant. This dish is best served warm and can be enjoyed by itself or alongside other dishes where its sweet-savory balance adds interest. The milk soak and careful frying technique ensure a soft interior texture with just enough crispness on the outside to hold the honey and herbs well.
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant
- 2 cups milk whole
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3-5 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons thyme fresh leaves
- salt sea salt
Instructions
- Peel the eggplant and slice it into thin 1/8-inch rounds. Place the eggplant slices in an airtight container and pour the milk over it. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- In a small pie pan, mix the flour with 1 teaspoon salt. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Line a plate with paper towels.
- When the oil is hot, dredge a few slices of eggplant in the flour and tap off the excess. Gently place them in the skillet and pan fry for 2 minutes per side. Remove and place on the plate to drain.
- Repeat with the rest of the eggplant, adding oil to the skillet as needed. Sprinkle the slices with a little more sea salt as they come out of the skillet. Serve warm, drizzled with honey and sprinkled with thyme.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 304 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 304kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 56mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 461mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 390IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 8.1mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 162mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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