Ingredients
10ozeggplant,from 1 small, or ½ large
1tspolive oil
½tspkosher salt and fresh cracked pepper
½cupItalian seasoned breadcrumbs,or gluten-free bread crumbs
2tbspparmesan cheese
1large egg white
oil spray
1cupmarinara sauce,for dipping, optional
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly spray with oil.
Place the eggplant strips in a bowl, then season with olive oil, salt and pepper. Set aside.
Combine the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a bowl, and the egg whites in another.
Dip a few strips of eggplant at a time into the egg whites, then into the breadcrumbs. Using a fork, remove the eggplant from the crumbs and place on the baking sheets.
Spray with more oil, then bake for about 10 minutes in the middle rack.
Turn over and bake for about 5 minutes, or until golden.
Serve hot, and enjoy!
