Brinjal Fries

Take a break from meat with this quick and simple brinjal fries recipe. By Ntwenhle Gcabashe Pictures Dylan Swart

Brinjal Fries

Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 8–10 minutes Serves: 4

• 1 cup (250ml) oil
• ½ cup self-raising flour, sifted
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 cup (250ml) soda water
• 1 egg, beaten
• Salt and pepper
• 4 large brinjals, sliced thickly
• Spicy mayonnaise, for serving

1. In a frying pan, heat oil.
2. Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix flour, cheese, soda water and egg. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Deep brinjal into this batter. Carefully place into hot oil and fry for 8–10 minutes or until golden.
4. Serve with spicy mayonnaise.