# Aubergine Croquettes

Recipe by [Inès Lambert](https://fridge.menu/en/u/ineslambert)

Crisp fried aubergine croquettes with a melting mozzarella centre, mixed with parmesan and thyme.

Servings: 4 · Prep 20 min · Cook 50 min · Side dishes

Vegetarian · Contains: gluten, milk, nuts, eggs

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## Ingredients

- 900 g Aubergine
- 150 g [Breadcrumbs](https://fridge.menu/en/i/breadcrumbs) — dried
- 1 pcs [Egg](https://fridge.menu/en/i/eggs)
- 60 g [Parmesan](https://fridge.menu/en/i/parmesan)
- [Thyme](https://fridge.menu/en/i/thyme) — to taste
- 80 g [Mozzarella](https://fridge.menu/en/i/mozzarella)
- [Salt](https://fridge.menu/en/i/salt) — to taste
- [Black pepper](https://fridge.menu/en/i/black-pepper) — to taste
- [Olive oil](https://fridge.menu/en/i/olive-oil) — to taste
- [Peanut oil](https://fridge.menu/en/i/peanut-oil) — for frying

## Steps

1. Wash and peel the aubergines with a vegetable peeler, then cut them into cubes.
2. Heat olive oil in a frying pan, add the aubergine cubes and cook gently with the lid on. (15 min)
3. Transfer the aubergines to a blender and blitz to a thick, creamy mixture.
4. Pour the mixture into a bowl, add the egg and the breadcrumbs.
5. Add the parmesan and the thyme leaves.
6. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.
7. Shape the croquettes: take a spoonful of the mixture, place a cube of mozzarella in the centre and form into a classic round shape.
8. Coat the croquettes in breadcrumbs.
9. Fry the croquettes in plenty of hot peanut oil, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
10. Place the cooked croquettes on a paper towel to drain excess oil, and serve while still hot.

Published 2026-10-08

https://fridge.menu/en/r/eggplant-patties-qxvqsnv1

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