Keto Eggplant Medallions

Keto Eggplant Medallions are a delicious low-carb snack. These eggplant medallions are crispy on the exterior and soft on the interior. These eggplant medallions are made with eggplant slices, which are coated in a tasty mixture of Parmesan cheese, almond flour, & spices. These medallions are very tasty whether they are baked, air-fried, or pan-fried without the additional carbs. We can have these eggplant medallions with Keto garlic aioli, marinara, or spicy dips. We can have these medallions as a snack, appetizer, or even as a light dinner or lunch. These eggplant medallions are vegetarian, gluten-free, and keto-friendly, so they are suitable for more than one diet requirement. We can coat the eggplant slices with the almond flour for the additional crunch without the carbs.

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STATS:

• Prep time: Ten minutes
• Cook time: Twenty-five mins
• Total time: Thirty-five mins
• Serving size: 4–5 medallions
• Cuisine: American / Mediterranean
• Calories: 120 kcal
• Prep time: Ten mints.
• Course: Appetizer / Side
• Prep time: Ten mints.
• Diet: Keto, & Vegetarian
• Servings: 4

EQUIPMENT:

• Knife
• Chopping board
• Bowl
• Whisk
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 large eggplant
• 2 eggs
• ½ tsp. garlic seasoning
• ¾ cup almond flour
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp. paprika
• Salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp. olive oil

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

EGGPLANT:

• We have to select firm, medium-sized to big eggplants with glossy, smooth skin for a nice texture. We have to apply the salt on the eggplant before cooking it to remove all the excess water to make it crispier.

ALMOND FLOUR:

• We have to use fine almond flour to coat the eggplant slice as it is gluten-free and low in carbs making them crispier.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

• Parmesan cheese aids in binding the coating and adds a deep, salty flavor. We would also utilize the nutritional yeast as a substitute for the parmesan cheese to make the non-dairy dish but the taste might be slightly different.

EGGS:

• Eggs act as a binder and will help the cheese & almond flour to stick properly with the eggplant slices.

EGGPLANT SLICES:

• We can season the eggplant slices with garlic seasoning, paprika, & Italian seasoning to add the aroma and herb flavor to the dish and we can modify the quantity as we like.

OIL:

• We can utilize the oil to pan-fry or bake these eggplant medallions to make them crispier.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. We can preheat the oven at 400°F or the air fryer at 375°F.
2. Put the sheet in the tray.
3. Then we can cut the eggplant into rounds that are ½ inch thick.
4. We can apply the salt on the eggplant slices and leave the slices for ten minutes so that the moisture will get released properly.
5. Now we can dry the eggplant slices with a paper towel.
6. We can crack the eggs in the bowl and beat the eggs.
7. Now we can add the almond flour, seasoning, and the parmesan cheese in another dish.
8. We can dip the medallion in the eggs and then coat the medallion with the almond flour mixture.
9. Now we can put the medallion on the tray and spread over the oil on the medallion or in the basket.
10. We can put the medallion in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes and in the air fryer for 12 to 15 minutes.
11. We have to flip the medallion in between the times.
12. Now we can serve these medallions hot with keto garlic aioli or marinara.

TIPS:

• We can apply the salt to the eggplant for ten minutes to remove the moisture content.
• You can broil the medallion for 2-3 minutes for the additional crispiness.
• These medallions store and reheat well so we can easily make these for meal prep.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• We can put the leftover eggplant medallion in the airtight box and store the dish for 4 days.

FREEZER:

• We can store this eggplant medallion for 2 months.

FAQs:

Is this eggplant medallion low in carbs?

• This eggplant medallion is low in carbs and it contains 5g net carbs and 6g protein per portion of this medallion.

Can I prepare the non-dairy eggplant medallion?

• We can make the non-dairy eggplant medallion and add the nutritional yeast in place of parmesan cheese.

What we can have with this eggplant medallion?

• We can have the keto marinara, pesto, or spicy mayonnaise with these eggplant medallions.

Can I pan-fry these eggplant medallions?

• We can easily pan-fry this eggplant medallion with 2 to 3 tbsp. of oil till they get golden & crispy.

Will we store these eggplant medallions?

• We can put the leftover eggplant medallion in the airtight box and store the dish for 4 days in the fridge and 2 months in the freezer as well.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 120 kcal
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 220mg
Net carbs: 5g
Calcium: 100mg
Protein: 6g
Fat: 9g
Potassium: 270mg
Iron: 0.9mg
Total carbs: 7g
Vitamin A: 90 IU