Fried Aubergine
By Ocado
Published on 27 April 2022
This fried aubergine is a Middle Eastern-inspired recipe which uses a single aubergine to make a show-stopping side dish. Slices of aubergine are tossed in Middle Eastern spices and shallow-fried to crispy perfection, then served with a sweet and spicy harissa and honey sauce. Simple to make yet super delicious, this will be a great choice for your next dinner party. Looking for more aubergine recipes? Look no further.Time and servings
25 minsTotal time
2Servings
5 minsPrep time
20 minsCooking time
Ingredients
- 1 large aubergine, cut into 1cm slices
- 1 tbsp of olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 0.5 tsp of coarse ground black pepper
- 1 tsp of ground sumac
- 1 tsp of ground cumin
- 1 tbsp of cornflour
- 1 litre of vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 tbsp of rose harissa paste
- 0.5 lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp of honey
- 3 tbsp of pomegranate seeds
Method
Step 1
Place the aubergine slices in a large mixing bowl and add the olive oil, garlic, sumac, cumin, and season with salt and pepper. Mix together well ensuring the aubergine slices are evenly coated in the spices. Then add in the cornflour and mix again.Step 2
Place a large, deep frying pan over a medium high heat. Add vegetable oil to a depth of 1cm.Step 3
Turn the heat up to high and fry the aubergine slices in the hot oil in batches for 5 mins on each side or until golden brown. Drain on kitchen paper to soak up any excess oil.Step 4
Add the rose harissa paste, lemon juice and honey to a ramekin and mix together with a fork. Transfer the aubergine to your serving plate, drizzle over the harissa sauce and top with the pomegranate seeds.