Crispy Eggplant Fries with Homemade Golden Nugget Tomato Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 large Eggplant or 5 Japanese Eggplants
• 3 Eggs
• 1/2 Cup Flour
• 1 1/2 Cup Panko Bread Crumbs
• 2 Teaspoons Parsley
• 1 Teaspoon Oregano
• 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• Olive oil spray or cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Prepare Eggplant:
   • Slice the eggplant into 3 to 4-inch long, 1/4-inch thick fries.
3. Set up Coating Station:
   • In separate bowls, place flour, scrambled eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with parsley, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Coat Eggplant:
   • Dredge eggplant slices in flour, then dip in egg wash, and coat with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
5. Bake:
   • Place coated eggplant on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a frying rack.
   • Lightly spray with olive oil or cooking spray.
   • Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway for even cooking.

Golden Nugget Tomato Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs Golden Nugget Tomatoes
• 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
• 5 Garlic Cloves, minced
• Fresh Basil
• Fresh Oregano
• 1 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Sauce:
   • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until golden brown.
   • Add tomatoes (stem removed and rinsed) to the pot and cook for 10 minutes.
2. Season and Simmer:
   • Add fresh basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
3. Blend and Serve:
   • Use a blender to blend the sauce until smooth.
   • Simmer for 5 minutes, adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve the crispy eggplant fries with the homemade golden nugget tomato sauce for a delightful appetizer or snack!