Zaatar Eggplant Sticks

Treat yourself to these crispy eggplant sticks coated in a nutritious mix of chickpea flour and zaatar spice. They're not just deliciously crunchy—they're also rich in protein and fiber from chickpeas, making them a healthier choice than regular fries. The zaatar spice blend adds Mediterranean flavors that pop, and roasting them to a golden finish ensures they're satisfyingly crispy. Dip them in a creamy sauce of cashew yogurt, parsley, and lemon juice for a fresh and tasty snack that's both wholesome and flavorful!

Ingredients

1 eggplant, sliced into sticks (check out the video below)

1/2 cup chickpeas flour

1/4 cup zaatar spice mix

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup water

3 tablespoons olive oil, for drizzling

Directions

Preheat oven to Roast setting.

Line a baking pan with parchment paper.

In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, zaatar spice mix, salt, and water. Whisk together to form a batter.

Dip each eggplant stick into the batter, ensuring they are thoroughly coated, then place them on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

Drizzle olive oil over the eggplant fries.

Roast in the oven for about 10 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

1 cup cashew yogurt (or your preferred alternative yogurt)

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Juice of half a lemon

Pinch of salt, to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil, for drizzling before serving

Directions

Mix together cashew yogurt, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.

Drizzle olive oil over the sauce before serving.

Enjoy your crispy zaatar-spiced eggplant sticks with the creamy yogurt dipping sauce!