Eggplant Recipes: Crispy Dominex Eggplant Fry Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Turn taco night into a crave-worthy experience with crispy, golden eggplant fries piled high with creamy avocado, zesty onion, and salty Cotija cheese—all finished with a bright, herby cilantro sauce. Every bite is crunchy, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavor. It’s a fun, veggie-packed twist that even picky eaters will love (and won’t believe it’s meatless).

INGREDIENTS

Eggplant Tacos:

• 9 Dominex Eggplant Fries, cooked until crispy

• 3 small tortillas, warmed

• 1 avocado, sliced or diced

• 1 tbsp onion, finely diced

• 2–3 tbsp Cotija cheese, crumbled

• Optional: extra cilantro for garnish

  
  

Cilantro Sauce:

• 1 handful fresh cilantro leaves

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 clove garlic

• 1 tsp maple syrup

• 3–4 tbsp olive oil

• Juice of ½ lime

• Salt and pepper, to taste

  
  

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cook the Eggplant Fries

   Prepare the eggplant fries according to package directions (bake or air fry) until golden and crispy.

   
   

2. Make the Cilantro Sauce

   Add cilantro, Dijon mustard, garlic, maple syrup, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

   
   

3. Warm the Tortillas

   Heat tortillas on a skillet or flat top over medium heat until warm and pliable.

   
   

4. Assemble the Tacos

   Divide the crispy eggplant fries evenly among the tortillas. Top with diced onion, avocado, and crumbled Cotija cheese.

   
   

5. Finish & Serve

   Drizzle generously with cilantro sauce, garnish with extra cilantro if desired, and serve immediately.