Basil Infused Fried Tomatoes
My friend Rosemarie gave me a beautiful planter of fresh basil and this recipe just happened in my kitchen.
Ingredients
- 6 leaves basil
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1 large red tomato, thinly sliced (about 6 slices)
Directions
Take 4 leaves of basil and add to a heated pan over a medium temperature. Add in about 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Let it get very hot then remove basil leaves.
Take a plate and add in bread crumbs. Whisk egg in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
Dip each slice of tomato in the egg then coat both sides lightly with bread crumbs. Place in the pan for 1-2 minutes per side. Place on a plate and do in batches. Take remaining basil leaves and break apart on the fried tomatoes and enjoy immediately.
Eating with your fingers in acceptable!
Enjoy