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Sometimes I miss french fries. There, I said it. They are crispy and salty and fun to dip – what’s not to like?

Since traditional potato fries are usually out when you’re on a low carb diet, I’m always looking for alternatives. Though if I’m being honest I do occasionally swipe a couple from my son’s plate. But since eating one or two really just leaves me wanting more, it’s not usually a good idea.

Enter these eggplant “fries.” They satisfy my french fry craving on pretty much every level. Crispy – check. Salty – check. Fun to dip – check! Another added bonus is that they are very kid friendly so it’s a great way to sneak more veggies into your children’s (or husband’s!) diet.

clock clock icon cutlery cutlery icon flag flag icon folder folder icon instagram instagram icon pinterest pinterest icon print print icon squares squares icon Low Carb & Gluten Free Eggplant “Fries” ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.8 from 4 reviews Author: Mellissa Sevigny

Yield: 6 small 1 x

Category: Side dish

Cuisine: Fries Print Pin Scale 1x 2x 3x Ingredients 2 large eggplant

large eggplant 2 eggs, beaten

eggs, beaten 1/2 cup coconut flour

coconut flour 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

grated parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon salt

salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper

pepper 1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes

parsley flakes 1/2 cup olive oil for frying Instructions Peel the eggplant and cut into strips about 3/4 inch wide and 4 inches long to mimic fries. In a small bowl, beat the 2 eggs. In another medium bowl, combine the parmesan cheese, coconut flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper and parsley flakes. Start heating your oil in a medium saute pan. Soak the eggplant in the egg mixture for a minute or two and then transfer in small batches to the herb & parmesan coating. Once coated, cook in small batches in the hot oil, turning once to brown both sides. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any extra oil. Serve with the low carb marinara sauce of your choice for dipping. Notes These can be made up to an hour ahead – to reheat just lay them out on a greased cookie sheet in a single layer and re- heat in the oven at 375 degrees (F) for 7-8 minutes just before serving. Nutrition Serving Size: 6-8 fries

Calories: 210

Fat: 16g

Carbohydrates: 4.75g net

Protein: 6g

For more delicious recipes check out my e-cookbook, The Gluten Free Low Carber

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