Almond Crusted Eggplant

Submitted by M A Lewis

"Another great use of almonds. Crushed and mixed with spices it's a hit for the whole family."

 

• Ready In: 27mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 3 pieces each
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 large eggplant
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup crushed almonds
• 1⁄2 cup flour
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 cup oil (coconut is best)

directions

1. Preheat fry pan with oil to medium high.
2. Slice eggplant into 1/4 in thick slices.
3. In small bowl mix milk and egg thoroughly.
4. In separate small bowl mix almonds, flour, cumin, garlic, salt, pepper.
5. Dip slices in milk/egg and let excess drip off a little bit.
6. Dip slices in the dry mix coating completely.
7. Place in fry pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes. Underneath will be golden brown.
8. Flip over and cook another 2 minutes. Underside will be golden brown. Remove and place on plate covered with paper towel to remove excess oil.