Eggplant Caprese Stack

Directions

1. Slice the eggplant and lay the slices out in a single layer on a paper towel. Sprinkle the slices with salt and let them sit for about 10-15 minutes, until they start to release water.
2. Pre-heat a large sauté pan to medium-high and add 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Pat the eggplant slices dry with another paper towel and prepare the egg and breadcrumb dipping stations.
3. Place whisked eggs with a bit of salt and pepper in a bowl together and place the breadcrumbs separately on a large plate. Dip the eggplant slices one at a time in the egg mixture and then in the breadcrumbs. Shake off the excess breadcrumbs and place on
4. After coating the eggplant slices you are ready to fry the first batch in your heated sauté pan. Saute the slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side. Place them on a paper towel lined sheet pan or plate once they are finished cooking. Once you’re done fry
5. With all the frying done, you are ready to assemble your stacks. Begin with a layer of fried eggplant, add a layer of mozzarella, a basil leaf, and a tomato slice. Repeat this step 2 or 3 times depending on how high you’d prefer your stack to be.
6. Once you are finished assembling your stacks, drizzle a bit of extra virgin olive oil over each stack and finish with a bit of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve warm, or at room temperature!