Crunchy Oven-Baked Eggplant Crisps with Fresh Basil and Parmesan

With these Crispy Baked Eggplant Chips, which are seasoned with aromatic basil and creamy Parmesan cheese, you can indulge in a snack that is both nutritious and very tasty. These chips provide a delicious crunch with a blast of savoury flavours, making them ideal for use as a flavourful side dish or as an appetiser that does not involve any guilt. With the help of this simple recipe, aubergine can be transformed into a delectable, flavourful concoction that is sure to become a fan favourite.

Ingredients:

1. 2 medium Japanese eggplants (or your preferred variety)
2. 1½ tablespoons salt (adjust to taste)
3. ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
4. 4-5 fresh basil leaves
5. 1½ teaspoons black pepper
6. 1½ tablespoons garlic powder (adjust to taste)
7. ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for added flavor, optional)

Instructions:

1. First, get the aubergine ready:
   Using parchment paper, line a baking sheet and preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
2. Cut the eggplant into thin rounds, with a thickness of around ¼ inch. Using a surface that has been lined with paper towels, arrange the slices in a single layer. In order to remove any extra moisture, sprinkle with salt and then allow it to rest for around half an hour.
3. In order to season the eggplant, first remove any extra salt from the slices of eggplant by rinsing them under cold water and then patting them dry with paper towels.
4. Extra-virgin olive oil should be tossed with the eggplant slices in a large bowl until the eggplant slices are equally covered.
5. Garlic powder and black pepper should be used as seasonings. The grated Parmesan cheese, if you are using it, will provide an additional layer of flavour to the dish.
6. To bake the chips, arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on the baking sheet that has been cleaned and prepped. Make sure that they do not overlap in order to ensure that they crisp up evenly.
7. To ensure that the chips are golden brown and crispy, bake them in an oven that has been prepared for twenty to twenty-five minutes.
8. During the time that the chips are baking, finely cut the fresh basil leaves then proceed to finish and serve.
   Immediately after the chips have been removed from the oven, mix them with basil that has been freshly cut.
   Before you serve the chips, give them a moment to slightly cool down.

The conclusion is that these Crispy Baked Eggplant Chips with Basil and Parmesan deliver a lovely crisp along with a blast of flavour that is both herbaceous and cheesy. As a healthier alternative to regular chips, these chips are an excellent way to experience the natural deliciousness of aubergine. They are perfect for snacking or as a side dish, and they are perfect for both. Treat yourself to a snack that is both flavourful and enjoyable by eating these crispy snacks on their own or by pairing them with your favourite dips.