Tomatoes with Crisp Fried Eggplant
My favorite way to enjoy eggplant is along side tomatoes, this is something a little different to try with the same flavor profile.
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Place flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs in 3 separate wide, shallow bowls. Working with 1 eggplant slice at a time, dredge in flour, then dip in egg and then breadcrumbs. Transfer to a wire rack set in a rimmed baking sheet and refrigerate 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, halve tomatoes and toss with olive oil and torn basil. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat about 1/4 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add enough eggplant slices to fill but not crowd skillet and fry, flipping once, until deep golden brown and crunchy, 1 to 2 minutes on each side. (Lower heat slightly, if necessary.)
  4. Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on a clean wire rack set in a rimmed baking sheet, and season with salt. Discard used oil and repeat process with fresh oil and remaining eggplant.
  5. Arrange eggplant and tomato mixture on a platter. Cut burrata in half, place next to tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Scatter remaining basil on top.
Recipe Notes

Adapted from Martha Stewart (www.marthastewart.com)