Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_fat'], recipe: cut the eggplant in half lengthwise. bake, cut side down, on a greased cookie sheet at 400 degrees f for 60 minutes. as the eggplant cools, gently squeeze out the excess liquid. use a spoon to scoop pulp from the skin; discard skin. place the pulp in a bowl and mash with a fork. using a garlic press, crush the garlic into the bowl. add all of the other ingredients and blend well. season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper. cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving. serve with pita crackers, endive leaves, sliced cucumber, or other vegetable dippers. also good with 1/4 cup yoghurt, a bit of toasted sesame oil, and red wine or balsamic vinegar added.

Target recipe: in 3 small bowls: put flour in the 1st, egg and 1/2 teaspoons salt (whisked together) in the 2nd, bread crumbs and remaining seasonings in the 3rd. cut eggplant in 1/4 inch thick slices and then quarter slices. dredge each piece of eggplant in the flour, coating thoroughly, then shaking off excess. dip in egg mixture, then press into bread crumbs. transfer to a rack or paper towel to allow them to dry slightly. in a deep heavy skillet, heat 1/2-3/4 inch of oil to 375 degrees f. fry the eggplant in batches for 1 minute on each side or until golden. drain on paper towels; sprinkle lightly with salt before serving if desired. serve with dipping sauce.