Kittencal'S Fried Eggplant Slices (Vegetarian)

Name: Kittencal'S Fried Eggplant Slices (Vegetarian)
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, peeled; 3 eggs, beaten; 3 tablespoons water; 2 cups dry breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 tablespoons dried parsley; 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (for a less intense flavor reduce to 1/2 teaspoon); 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (can use more); 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper (or adjust to heat level) (optional); olive oil (for frying, can use vegetable oil or Canola oil)

12 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 medium eggplants, peeled
3 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons water
2 cups dry breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (for a less intense flavor reduce to 1/2 teaspoon)
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (can use more)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper (or adjust to heat level) (optional)
olive oil (for frying, can use vegetable oil or Canola oil)

Directions

1

Cut the peeled eggplant into about 1/2-inch thick slices.
2

In a shallow bowl whisk eggs with water.
3

In another shallow bowl combine breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt and black pepper.
4

Heat about 3/4 to 1-inch of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (the oil should be hot before adding in the slices).
5

Dip the eggplant slices firstly into the egg mixture, then coat both sides with breadcrumb mixture.
6

Place the slices into the hot oil and fry only until light golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side (after frying one eggplant you may need to add in more oil to the skillet).
7

Remove to a large serving plate (these are best when served right away).