Ingredients
1 egg plant
2 tsp. fresh lime juice
1/2 C. Panko Italian Style bread crumbs
1 T. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
10-12 green beans
2 cherry tomatoes, cut into pieces (optional)
1-2 T. almonds
1/4 C. melted butter
Preparation
Peel and cut eggplant into 1/2 inch thick slices. Dip egg plant into lime juice, EVOO and bread crumbs. Fry or broil in EVOO, turning once, until browned 8-10 min. Place green beans in saucepan in salted water and simmer for 5 min. Roast almonds in fry pan until slightly browned. Drain beans and place in fry pan with almonds and add cherry tomatoes. Heat through for about 4 min. Place in serving dish and cover with melted butter. Serve vegetables with your favorite meat. Meat suggestions: Pork tenderloin, lamb or beef steak.
