{"id":6402,"date":"2026-07-25T21:26:28","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T19:26:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/?p=6402"},"modified":"2026-07-25T21:26:28","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T19:26:28","slug":"crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/","title":{"rendered":"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine this: a golden-brown, ultra-crispy crust that cracks perfectly with your very first bite. And inside? A melt-in-your-mouth, creamy eggplant core bursting with the warm, aromatic flavors of my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/homemade-ras-el-hanout-spice-mix\/\">Homemade Ras el Hanout Spice Mix<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Forget everything you\u2019ve ever heard about soggy or bitter eggplant. These crispy Middle Eastern eggplant schnitzels are a total game-changer for your dinner plate\u2014whether you follow a full-time plant-based diet or simply want to try something exciting and delicious!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-4.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6416\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-4-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-4-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-4-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-4-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-4.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-6402 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-16\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-17-683x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-17-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-17-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-17-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-17.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-9\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-6-683x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-6-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-6-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-6-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-6.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2>WHEN ARE EGGPLANTS ACTUALLY IN SEASON?<\/h2>\n<p>Before we dive into the spice box, let\u2019s take a quick look at the calendar! Sure, you can find eggplants in the supermarket almost year-round. But this nightshade vegetable truly shines during late summer.<\/p>\n<p>Season Tip: Peak eggplant season runs from June through October. Buying them during these months means you&#8217;re getting fresh, locally grown produce that hasn&#8217;t traveled halfway across the world. Plus, they taste infinitely richer, more flavorful, and far less watery!<\/p>\n<h2>HOW TO PICK THE PERFECT EGGPLANT<\/h2>\n<p>When shopping, look for smooth, shiny skin and a bright green stem. If the eggplant yields slightly to gentle pressure, it has reached peak ripeness\u2014ready to become the ultimate crispy schnitzel!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-2.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6408\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-2-720x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-2-720x1024.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-2-211x300.jpeg 211w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-2-768x1092.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-2.jpeg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-2' class='gallery galleryid-6402 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-20\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"714\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-13-714x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-13-714x1024.jpeg 714w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-13-209x300.jpeg 209w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-13-768x1102.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-13.jpeg 892w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 714px) 100vw, 714px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-10\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"714\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-5-e1784992573611-714x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-5-e1784992573611-714x1024.jpeg 714w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-5-e1784992573611-209x300.jpeg 209w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-5-e1784992573611-768x1102.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-5-e1784992573611.jpeg 892w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 714px) 100vw, 714px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2>THE EGGPLANT AS THE QUEEN OF PERSIAN CUISINE<\/h2>\n<p>Why a Middle Eastern twist? In Western kitchens, cooks often overlook the humble eggplant, usually tossing it into a basic ratatouille. But in Iran, it&#8217;s a completely different story! In Persian cuisine, the eggplant (B\u0101demj\u0101n) is deeply cherished and celebrated as the undisputed <strong>queen of vegetables.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Persian culinary tradition excels at transforming the eggplant&#8217;s texture into pure magic. It shines in legendary dips like <strong>Kashk-e Bademjan<\/strong> (made with fermented whey and mint), Borani Bademjan (\u0628\u0648\u0631\u0627\u0646\u06cc \u0628\u0627\u062f\u0645\u062c\u0627\u0646), and Halim Bademjan (\u062d\u0644\u06cc\u0645 \u0628\u0627\u062f\u0645\u062c\u0627\u0646). It is also the star of hearty, slow-simmered stews like <strong>Khoresht-e Bademjan<\/strong> and layered dishes like <strong>Khorak-e Bademjan<\/strong> (\u062e\u0648\u0631\u0627\u06a9 \u0628\u0627\u062f\u0645\u062c\u0627\u0646).<\/p>\n<p>In Iranian cooking, everyone knows the secret to perfection: eggplant needs heat, quality oil, and the right combination of spices to truly shine.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-15.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6423\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-15-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-15-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-15-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-15-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-15.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-3' class='gallery galleryid-6402 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-19\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"754\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-14-e1785004743144-754x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-14-e1785004743144-754x1024.jpeg 754w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-14-e1785004743144-221x300.jpeg 221w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-14-e1785004743144-768x1042.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-14-e1785004743144.jpeg 943w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-15\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"754\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722-754x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722-754x1024.jpeg 754w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722-221x300.jpeg 221w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722-768x1042.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722.jpeg 943w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2>THE SECRET BEHIND THE SPICE BLEND<\/h2>\n<p>To create these Middle Eastern eggplant cutlets, I borrow directly from this magical world of flavor. I pair the natural creaminess of the vegetable with the bold, complex spices of my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/homemade-ras-el-hanout-spice-mix\/\">Homemade Ras el Hanout Spice-Mix<\/a><\/strong>, mixing it directly into the breadcrumb crust.<\/p>\n<p>In this signature blend, precious saffron, delicate rose petals, and velvety Ceylon cinnamon release subtle floral and sweet notes, while golden turmeric and ground ginger provide a soothing warmth. Whole toasted coriander seeds and cumin combine with green cardamom seeds, cloves, aromatic mace, freshly grated nutmeg, and bay leaves. Finally, dried chili peppers, long pepper, and aromatic Tellicherry pepper add a refined, perfectly balanced kick.<\/p>\n<p>The result is a true explosion of flavor that pairs effortlessly with the ultra-crispy crust!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-19.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6419\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-19-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-19-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-19-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-19-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-19.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-4' class='gallery galleryid-6402 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-21\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"586\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-12-e1785003359552-586x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-12-e1785003359552-586x1024.jpeg 586w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-12-e1785003359552-172x300.jpeg 172w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-12-e1785003359552.jpeg 732w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-8\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"586\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-7-586x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-7-586x1024.jpeg 586w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-7-172x300.jpeg 172w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-7.jpeg 732w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2>THE SPICY PARTNER &#8211; HARISSA TOMATO SAUCE<\/h2>\n<p>What is a crispy schnitzel without the perfect sauce? For the ultimate flavor boost, I serve these eggplant schnitzels over a rich bed of fruity tomato sauce infused with bold Harissa.<\/p>\n<p>This North African chili paste\u2014loaded with smoked chilies, garlic, and cumin\u2014delivers just the right balance of heat and complexity. It cuts through the rich, creamy softness of the baked eggplant and complements its gentle sweetness. On the plate, these two make an unbeatable team!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-20.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6418\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-20-720x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-20-720x1024.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-20-211x300.jpeg 211w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-20-768x1092.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-20.jpeg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-5' class='gallery galleryid-6402 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-4\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-11-755x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-11-755x1024.jpeg 755w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-11-221x300.jpeg 221w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-11-768x1041.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-11.jpeg 944w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-15\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"754\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722-754x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722-754x1024.jpeg 754w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722-221x300.jpeg 221w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722-768x1042.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-18-e1785003531722.jpeg 943w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2>WHY YOU&#8217;LL LOVE THIS RECIPE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Textural Perfection:<\/strong> You get maximum crunch on the outside and a butter-soft, creamy center inside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fuss-Free &amp; Foolproof<\/strong>: Skip the tedious pre-salting and waiting time! Pre-baking the eggplant in the air fryer ensures a melt-in-your-mouth, creamy texture without any of the sogginess.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A Flavor Escape<\/strong>: The signature spice blend brings vibrant, exotic flavor right to your everyday weeknight routine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Versatile &amp; Pairable<\/strong>: Tastes incredible paired with a cool <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/mast-o-musir-persian-shallot-yogurt-dip\/\">yogurt dip<\/a><\/strong>, creamy <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/chickpeas-tahini-hummus\/\">hummus<\/a><\/strong>, or a fresh <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/tomato-salad-with-pomegranate-sumac-dressing\/\">Tomato Salad!<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-16.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6422\" 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href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-5\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"684\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-10-e1785003839381-684x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-10-e1785003839381-684x1024.jpeg 684w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-10-e1785003839381-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-10-e1785003839381-768x1150.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-10-e1785003839381.jpeg 855w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 684px) 100vw, 684px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-6\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-9-683x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-9-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-9-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-9-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-9.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/crispy-middle-eastern-eggplant-schnitzel\/knusprige-orientalische-auberginen-schnitzel-7\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-8-683x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-8-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-8-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-8-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-8.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">INGREDIENTS CRISPY MIDDLE EASTERN EGGPLANT SCHNITZEL<\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">FOR THE EGGPLANT SCHNITZELS<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">4 medium eggplants (aubergines)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Canola oil (or neutral vegetable oil) for frying<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">FOR THE HARISSA TOMATO SAUCE<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 tbsp olive oil<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 shallot, finely chopped<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 clove garlic, minced<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 tsp <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4pBNwyV\">Harissa paste<\/a>*<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 can (14.5 oz \/ 400 g) diced tomatoes<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">FOR THE BREADING STATION<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">RIGHT BOWL &#8211; SPICED FLOUR MIX<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">5 tbsp all-purpose flour<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">3 tbsp<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/homemade-ras-el-hanout-spice-mix\/\">\u00a0Ras el Hanout (homemade <\/a><\/strong>or buy <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fvzTOF\">here<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/homemade-ras-el-hanout-spice-mix\/\">*)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">MIDDLE BOWL &#8211; EGG WASH<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">3 large eggs, lightly beaten<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">LEFT BOWL &#8211; PANKO-PARMESAN COATING<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">6 tbsp <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bf55Pz\">Panko breadcrumbs<\/a>*<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">5 tbsp Parmesan cheese, finely grated<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">TOPPING &amp; GARNISH<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">2 vine-on cherry tomato clusters (roasted for serving)<\/p>\n<h2>STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS<\/h2>\n<h2>STEP 1 &#8211; PRE-BAKE THE EGGPLANT IN THE AIR FRYER<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Pierce<\/strong>: Prick the whole eggplants all over with a knife.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bake<\/strong>: Air fry at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 35 minutes until tender. (Optionally, bake in a convection oven).<\/p>\n<h2>STEP 2\u00a0 &#8211; MAKE THE HARISSA TOMATO SAUCE<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Saut\u00e9<\/strong>: Finely dice the shallot. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add the shallot, and cook until translucent. Press in the garlic clove.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bloom Spices<\/strong>: Add the Harissa paste and saut\u00e9 briefly until fragrant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Simmer<\/strong>: Pour in the canned diced tomatoes. Fill the empty can halfway with water, swirl, and add it to the pot. Cover and let it gently simmer for 20 minutes, then set aside.<\/p>\n<h2>STEP 3 &#8211; SHAPE THE EGGPLANT SCHNITZELS<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Cool<\/strong>: Transfer the hot eggplants onto a clean kitchen towel and allow them to cool slightly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Peel<\/strong>: Gently peel away the skin.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flatten:<\/strong> Make a light lengthwise slit down each eggplant. Using a fork, gently press and fan the flesh outward to flatten it into a schnitzel shape. Flip carefully and repeat on the other side. The kitchen towel will naturally absorb any excess moisture!<\/p>\n<h2>STEP 4 &#8211; SET UP THE <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4yGlJ4w\">BREADING STATION<\/a>*<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Bowl 1 (Right)<\/strong>: Whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, and homemade Ras el Hanout.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bowl 2 (Middle)<\/strong>: Lightly beat the eggs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bowl 3 (Left):<\/strong> Mix the Panko breadcrumbs with the finely grated Parmesan.<\/p>\n<h2>STEP 5 &#8211; BREAD &amp; FRY<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Dredge<\/strong>: Coat each eggplant schnitzel thoroughly in the spiced flour mix, shake off any excess, dip into the egg wash, and coat completely in the Panko-Parmesan mixture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pan-Fry:<\/strong> Heat a generous splash of canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the schnitzels on both sides until deep golden-brown and extra crispy.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>LIGHT &amp; LOW-CALORIE OPTION IN THE AIR FRYER<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Skip the stovetop skillet! Spray the breaded eggplant schnitzels lightly with cooking spray and air fry at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 10 minutes until golden and crisp.<\/p>\n<h2>STEP 6 &#8211; ROAST THE TOPPING &amp; SERVE<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Roast<\/strong>: Place the vine-on cherry tomatoes in the air fryer at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 5 minutes until softened and slightly charred.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Plate<\/strong>: Spoon 4 tablespoons of the warm Harissa tomato sauce onto the center of each plate. Place the crispy eggplant schnitzel on top and garnish with the roasted vine tomatoes. Enjoy immediately!<\/p>\n<p>Befarmayid<\/p>\n<p>Susan<\/p>\n<p>The items marked with * are affiliate links, referral links. If you buy through this link, I get a small commission. The price stays the same for you and you can easily support my efforts. A big thank you <span style=\"color: #ff0000\">\u2665<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6406\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-776x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"776\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-776x1024.jpeg 776w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-227x300.jpeg 227w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Knusprige-orientalische-Auberginen-Schnitzel-768x1013.jpeg 768w, 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d=\"M19,5.09V1c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1H6C5.448,0,5,0.448,5,1v4.09C2.167,5.569,0,8.033,0,11v7c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h4v4c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h12c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-4h4c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-7C24,8.033,21.833,5.569,19,5.09z M7,2h10v3H7V2z M17,22H7v-9h10V22z M18,10c-0.552,0-1-0.448-1-1c0-0.552,0.448-1,1-1s1,0.448,1,1C19,9.552,18.552,10,18,10z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name\">Crispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel<\/h2>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary\">\n\t\t<p>A golden-brown, ultra-crispy crust and a melt-in-your-mouth, creamy eggplant in the inside!\u00a0<\/p>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-tags-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-course-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M22.707,12.293l-11-11C11.52,1.106,11.265,1,11,1H2C1.448,1,1,1.448,1,2v9c0,0.265,0.105,0.52,0.293,0.707l11,11C12.488,22.903,12.744,23,13,23s0.512-0.098,0.707-0.293l9-9C23.098,13.317,23.098,12.684,22.707,12.293z M7,9C5.895,9,5,8.105,5,7c0-1.105,0.895-2,2-2s2,0.895,2,2C9,8.105,8.105,9,7,9z M13,17.414L8.586,13L10,11.586L14.414,16L13,17.414z M16,14.414L11.586,10L13,8.586L17.414,13L16,14.414z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-course-name\">Course<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-course\">\n\t\t\t\t\tafter work cooking, Airfryer Recipes, easy recipe, eggplant, Main Dish, veggie\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M22.707,12.293l-11-11C11.52,1.106,11.265,1,11,1H2C1.448,1,1,1.448,1,2v9c0,0.265,0.105,0.52,0.293,0.707l11,11C12.488,22.903,12.744,23,13,23s0.512-0.098,0.707-0.293l9-9C23.098,13.317,23.098,12.684,22.707,12.293z M7,9C5.895,9,5,8.105,5,7c0-1.105,0.895-2,2-2s2,0.895,2,2C9,8.105,8.105,9,7,9z M13,17.414L8.586,13L10,11.586L14.414,16L13,17.414z M16,14.414L11.586,10L13,8.586L17.414,13L16,14.414z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-cuisine-name\">Cuisine<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine\">\n\t\t\t\t\tfusion cuisine, Middle East\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M22.707,12.293l-11-11C11.52,1.106,11.265,1,11,1H2C1.448,1,1,1.448,1,2v9c0,0.265,0.105,0.52,0.293,0.707l11,11C12.488,22.903,12.744,23,13,23s0.512-0.098,0.707-0.293l9-9C23.098,13.317,23.098,12.684,22.707,12.293z M7,9C5.895,9,5,8.105,5,7c0-1.105,0.895-2,2-2s2,0.895,2,2C9,8.105,8.105,9,7,9z M13,17.414L8.586,13L10,11.586L14.414,16L13,17.414z M16,14.414L11.586,10L13,8.586L17.414,13L16,14.414z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-keyword-name\">Keyword<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword\">\n\t\t\t\t\tCrispy Middle Eastern Eggplant Schnitzel\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-times-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-details-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-container\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M10,0C9.4,0,9,0.4,9,1v4H7V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S5,0.4,5,1v4H3V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S1,0.4,1,1v8c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3v10c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V12c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3V1C11,0.4,10.6,0,10,0z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M19,0c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6v9c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h2v6c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V1C20,0.4,19.6,0,19,0z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-servings-name\">Servings<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-servings-6428\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-servings-unit\">people<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-author-container\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#343434\" d=\"M13,21h-2H5v2c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1v-2H13z\"\/><path fill=\"#343434\" d=\"M18,4c-0.1,0-0.2,0-0.3,0c-0.8-2.3-3-4-5.7-4S7.2,1.7,6.3,4C6.2,4,6.1,4,6,4c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6c0,3,2.2,5.4,5,5.9V19h6v-4h2v4h6v-3.1c2.8-0.5,5-2.9,5-5.9C24,6.7,21.3,4,18,4z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-author-name\">Author<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author\">Labsalliebe<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">INGREDIENTS CRISPY MIDDLE EASTERN EGGPLANT SCHNITZEL<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">FOR THE EGGPLANT SCHNITZELS<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">medium<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">eggplants<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">aubergines<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Canola oil<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">or neutral vegetable oil for frying<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">FOR THE HARISSA TOMATO SAUCE<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">shallot<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">finely chopped<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">clove<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">minced<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Harissa paste<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">can<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">diced tomatoes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">14.5 oz \/ 400 g <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">FOR THE BREADING STATION<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">RIGHT BOWL \u2013 SPICED FLOUR MIX<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all-purpose flour<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">homemade Ras el Hanout<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Salt and freshly ground black pepper<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">to taste<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">MIDDLE BOWL \u2013 EGG WASH<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large eggs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">lightly beaten<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">LEFT BOWL \u2013 PANKO-PARMESAN COATING<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Panko breadcrumbs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Parmesan cheese<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">finely grated<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">TOPPING &amp; GARNISH<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vine-on cherry tomato clusters<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">roasted for serving<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t \t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">STEP 1 \u2013 PRE-BAKE THE EGGPLANT IN THE AIR FRYER<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Pierce<\/strong>: Prick the whole eggplants all over with a knife.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Bake<\/strong>: Air fry at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 35 minutes until tender. (Optionally, bake in a convection oven).<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">STEP 2  \u2013 MAKE THE HARISSA TOMATO SAUCE<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Saut\u00e9<\/strong>: Finely dice the shallot.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add the shallot, and cook until translucent. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Press in the garlic clove.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Bloom Spices:<\/strong> Add the Harissa paste and saut\u00e9 briefly until fragrant.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Simmer<\/strong>: Pour in the canned diced tomatoes. Fill the empty can halfway with water, swirl, and add it to the pot. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Cover and let it gently simmer for 20 minutes, then set aside.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">STEP 3 \u2013 SHAPE THE EGGPLANT SCHNITZELS<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Cool<\/strong>: Transfer the hot eggplants onto a clean kitchen towel and allow them to cool slightly.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Peel<\/strong>: Gently peel away the skin.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Flatten<\/strong>: Make a light lengthwise slit down each eggplant. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Using a fork, gently press and fan the flesh outward to flatten it into a schnitzel shape. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Flip carefully and repeat on the other side. The kitchen towel will naturally absorb any excess moisture!<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">STEP 4 \u2013 SET UP THE BREADING STATION<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Bowl 1 (Right)<\/strong>: Whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, and homemade Ras el Hanout.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Bowl 2 (Middle)<\/strong>: Lightly beat the eggs.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Bowl 3 (Left):<\/strong> Mix the Panko breadcrumbs with the finely grated Parmesan.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">STEP 5 \u2013 BREAD &amp; FRY<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Dredge: Coat each eggplant schnitzel thoroughly in the spiced flour mix, shake off any excess, dip into the egg wash, and coat completely in the Panko-Parmesan mixture.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Pan-Fry:<\/strong> Heat a generous splash of canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Fry the schnitzels on both sides until deep golden-brown and extra crispy.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">LIGHT &amp; LOW-CALORIE OPTION IN THE AIR FRYER  <\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Skip the stovetop skillet! <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Spray the breaded eggplant schnitzels lightly with cooking spray and air fry at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 10 minutes until golden and crisp.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">STEP 6 \u2013 ROAST THE TOPPING &amp; SERVE<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Roast<\/strong>: Place the vine-on cherry tomatoes in the air fryer at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 5 minutes until softened and slightly charred.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Plate<\/strong>: Spoon 4 tablespoons of the warm Harissa tomato sauce onto the center of each plate. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p>Place the crispy eggplant schnitzel on top and garnish with the roasted vine tomatoes. Enjoy immediately!<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Have you cooked this or maybe another delicious recipe of mine? Feel free to leave me a comment below. If you tag your picture on Instagram with\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/labsalliebe\/\" rel=\"\">@labsalliebe<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and use the hashtag<strong>#labsalliebe<\/strong>, I won\u2019t miss a post and will be happy to leave you a comment as well. 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