• 1 large eggplant
• 1 beaten egg
• 3 to 6 tablespoons flour
• 1/2 teaspoon red or black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Directions

Peel and slice one large eggplant.

Steam until tender, then drain.

Mash and beat until smooth.

Add the following ingredients: egg, flour, salt and pepper and baking powder. Beat well then form into 2 or 3 inch patties and fry in deep hot cooking oil.

Brown on all sides (a light brown).

Serves 6 to 8.