Happy New Moon!!

YHWH'S GIRLZ "SOUTHERN DEEP FRIED EGGPLANT"

Ingredients:

1/2 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch

2 eggs, lightly beaten

2 cups fresh bread crumbs

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon Salad Supreme, recipe follows

1 small eggplant, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices

Olive oil for deep frying

Marinara sauce (optional)

Directions:

Place the flour, egg, and bread crumbs each in 3 small bowls. Add the 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the egg and whisk to combine. Season the bread crumbs with the tablespoon of Salad Supreme and whisk until thoroughly combine.

Place each piece of eggplant in the flour, coating thoroughly and then shaking to remove any excess flour. Coat each piece with the egg, then comb in the bread crumb mixture, pressing to make the bread crumbs stick. Place the eggplant pieces to a rack or to paper towels to let them dry slightly before frying.

In a deep, skillet heat 1/2-inch of Olive oil to 375 degrees F. Fry the eggplant pieces, for about 1 minute on each side, or until golden brown. Remove with tongs to paper towels to drain. Serve with marinara sauce, or as desired.

I like to also use these seasons for added flavors:

1 tablespoon dried thyme

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

2 tablespoons garlic powder

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon black pepper

2 1/2 tablespoons paprika

1 tablespoon dried oregano

Recipe by Sister Aviyah.