Crispy Eggplant and Chickpeas

Name: Crispy Eggplant and Chickpeas
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H45M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H50M0.000S
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant; Kosher salt; Oil, for frying; 2 tablespoons garam masala; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons granulated garlic; One 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed, drained and dried

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Level: Intermediate

Total: 50 min
Active: 45 min

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Level: Intermediate

Total: 50 min
Active: 45 min

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

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1 medium eggplant

Kosher salt

Oil, for frying

2 tablespoons garam masala

2 teaspoons ground cumin

2 teaspoons granulated garlic

One 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed, drained and dried

Directions

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Special equipment:

a deep-fry thermometer

Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch rounds. Slice the rounds into quarters, so that you have wedge-shaped eggplant pieces. Lay the slices on a sheet pan covered in paper towels. Sprinkle the eggplant with salt and let sit while you are preparing the chickpeas.
Heat some oil, coming about halfway up the side of a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, until the oil is 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a cooling rack and paper towels.
Mix the garam masala, cumin, granulated garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the mixture over the chickpeas and toss until coated. Carefully lower the chickpeas into the oil using a slotted spoon. Fry, stirring frequently, until they are deep brown and crispy, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the chickpeas to the paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with another tablespoon of the spice mixture and some salt.
Transfer the eggplant slices to a dry paper towel and dab until very dry. Sprinkle the eggplant on both sides with the remaining spice mixture. Add the eggplant to the oil in batches, only adding a few at a time. Fry the eggplant, flipping and turning frequently until they are a deep golden brown and crispy on the edges, 5 to 6 minutes.
Serve the eggplant chips and crispy chickpeas warm or at room temperature.