Eggplant Croquettes with Herb Dip

These crispy eggplant croquettes are a delightful appetizer or snack, featuring a blend of spices and herbs for a burst of flavor. Served with a refreshing herb dip, they make for a perfect addition to any gathering. Enjoy the satisfying crunch and savory taste in every bite!
This recipe is mediterranean style, snack, scaled for 6 servings, with 20 min prep and 30 min cook.
Prep: 20 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 50 min · Serves: 6
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include olive oil, breadcrumbs, black pepper, egg.
- Follow all 8 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (for coating)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup yogurt (for dip)
- 2 medium eggplant (peeled and diced)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the diced eggplant, minced garlic, beaten egg, grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix until well combined, then form the mixture into small patties.
- Coat each patty in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the patties until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the croquettes to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for an additional 10 minutes to ensure they are cooked through.
- For the herb dip, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, and chopped dill in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve the eggplant croquettes warm with the herb dip on the side.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 8 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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