In a small bowl, mix…

  • 3/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 1/8 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried basil

On a small sheet pan or large plate, prepare…

  • 1 cup peeled and coarsely chopped raw eggplant or zucchini
  • 1/2 teaspoon of the seasoning sprinkled over vegetables

In another small bowl, mix…

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon bread crumbs

Note: use any leftover seasoning mix to season egglant/zucchini before cooking

In another small bowl, blend…

  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg

In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1-inch of vegatable oil to 350 degrees.

Before frying, dredge the chopped eggplant/zucchini in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess. It’s important to work quickly so flour doesn’t get too moist!

Coat well with the milk mixture, then quickly with…

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

After shaking off excess, cook in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Adjust head to maintain a temperature of 350 degrees.

Drain on paper towels. Serve.