Vegan Eggplant Patties
Crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful inside—these eggplant patties are perfect as a snack, burger filling, or side dish.
📝 Ingredients
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1 large eggplant
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2–3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup breadcrumbs (or oat flour for gluten-free)
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2 tbsp chickpea flour (or all-purpose flour)
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
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½ tsp cumin powder
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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1–2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Prepare eggplant: Peel if desired, cut into cubes, and steam or boil until very soft (about 8–10 minutes). Drain well and mash.
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Mix: In a bowl, combine mashed eggplant with onion, garlic, herbs, spices, breadcrumbs, and chickpea flour. Mix until a thick mixture forms.
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Shape: Form into small patties.
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Cook: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Pan-fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
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Serve: Enjoy hot with vegan yogurt sauce, tahini, or ketchup
