Name: Eggplant Schnitzel with Plum Slaw
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 0.25 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 3 tablespoons sesame seeds; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 teaspoon paprika; 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper; 1 medium eggplant (1 pound); 0.25 cup red-wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper; 5 cups shredded green and/or red cabbage; 3 small, firm plums, thinly sliced; 0.75 cup shredded fresh basil; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon minced jalapeño pepper; Lemon wedges for serving

Eggplant Schnitzel with Plum Slaw

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Sesame seeds add another layer of flavor to the coating on these crispy eggplant slices. If plums aren't in season, try another stone fruit for sweetness. Tomatoes are another good alternative.

By Adeena Sussman

Published on July 25, 2022

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Eggplant Schnitzel with Plum Slaw — Photo: Greg DuPree

Active Time:

40 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Dairy-Free Diabetes Appropriate Heart Healthy Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

Schnitzel

¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon paprika
¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
½ teaspoon ground pepper
1 medium eggplant (1 pound)

Slaw

¼ cup red-wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
5 cups shredded green and/or red cabbage
3 small, firm plums, thinly sliced
¾ cup shredded fresh basil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon minced jalapeño pepper
Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

To prepare schnitzel: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place flour in a shallow dish. Beat eggs in a second shallow dish. Combine panko, sesame seeds, oil, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper in a third shallow dish; toss until the crumbs are uniformly orange in color.
Using a sharp knife, cut eggplant lengthwise into six 1/2-inch-thick steaks. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, pressing it into the eggplant to adhere.
Dip each eggplant slice in the flour, shaking off the excess, then in the egg, letting the excess liquid drip off. Press into the panko, coating well. Arrange the coated eggplant slices on the prepared baking sheet; bake until golden and crisp, 20 to 22 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Meanwhile, prepare slaw: Whisk vinegar, oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add cabbage, plums, basil and jalapeño; toss to combine. Serve the schnitzels with the slaw. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

Equipment

Parchment paper

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

282	Calories
18g	Fat
25g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1 eggplant schnitzel & 1 cup slaw
Calories 282
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 25g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 6g	12%
Total Fat 18g	23%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 52mg	17%
Vitamin A 624IU	12%
Vitamin C 29mg	32%
Vitamin D 11IU	3%
Vitamin E 3mg	18%
Folate 66mcg	17%
Vitamin K 72mcg	60%
Sodium 375mg	16%
Calcium 96mg	7%
Iron 2mg	11%
Magnesium 43mg	10%
Potassium 398mg	8%
Zinc 1mg	9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.