Moroccan Eggplant Aubergine Fritters

Ingredients

• eggplant
• eggs
• dry breadcrumbs
• cilantro
• sultana raisin
• greek yogurt
• garlic cloves
• jalapeno chile
• tomato paste
• hot paprika
• ground cumin
• curry
• ground coriander
• salt
• ground ginger
• ground cardamom
• all-purpose flour
• tzatziki

Preparation

1. 1microwave eggplant until tender
2. 2transfer to processor and puree
3. 3whisk puree with 2 eggs , 1 cup breadcrumbs and all ingredients up to and including cardamon
4. 4place 1 rounded tablespoonful of mixture into flour and turn to coat
5. 5dip into beaten eggs , then in remaining 1 cup breadcrumbs to coat
6. 6flatten between palms of hands forming 3 inch oval patties
7. 7transfer to baking sheet
8. 8repeat , using up all of eggplant mixture
9. 9heat 3 inches of oil in large saucepan until hot
10. 10add patties and cook until golden-brown , about 3 minutes per side
11. 11transfer to paper towels to drain
12. 12serve hot or at room temperature with tzatziki