Ingredients:

-2 large eggplants, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch sticks
-1 1/2 cups olive oil
-1 cup all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon salt
-1 teaspoon pepper
-6 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan

1. Place the eggplant sticks in a large bowl of cold water and soak for 1 hour
2. Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in heavy-bottomed saucepan
3. Spread the flour on a plate
4. Lift the eggplant sticks from the water, dip into the flour to coat, then shake off the excess
5. Fry 4-6 sticks at a time, until golden brown, and drain on paper towels
6. Sprinkle with the salt, pepper, and Parmesan
7. Serve hot