If you have noticed, there are a few "Best in the World" recipes. Some may say I'm rather dramatic (it's true). I would say that I have eaten very well the past week or so. My kitchen has turned into a land of white fluffy clouds, my appliances have been gilded in gold, there is a harpist standing next to my oven, and my mis en place is set by fluttering little faeries, who sing Pachelbel's Canon as I cook.
It's that good.
Steak, Eggplant, and Mozzarella Sandwich on Focaccia Bread
2 slices fresh focaccia bread (homemade is preferable, but store bought is fine), sliced horizontally
10 oz. flank steak
(4) 1/4" slices Italian eggplant (slice the eggplant lengthwise)
2 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup Italian breadcrumbs
1 egg, whisked
Olive Oil
Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil on grill or in medium skillet over medium high heat. Season steak with salt and freshly ground pepper. Saute about 2 minutes on each side for medium rare. Remove from heat, tent with foil and let rest.
Heat about 1/4" olive oil in a large skillet. When the oil is very hot, dredge eggplant slices in egg, then coat with bread crumbs. Place eggplant in the oil, making sure not to crowd the pan. Fry until eggplant is golden brown, about two minutes on each side. Remove from oil and drain on a plate lined with paper towel. Set aside.
To Assemble:
Heat focaccia bread either in clean skillet or toaster oven until just warm. Slice steak into 1/2" slices on a bias cut. Arrange on bottom half of bread. Top with 2 slices eggplant, then mozzarella. Top with second half of bread. Serve immediately.
Sounds like a great sandwich to me! I love steak and eggplant but I've never thought to combine them.
Posted by: Tracey | March 23, 2009 at 09:27 AM
The sandwich looks delicious! The focaccia is gorgeous, did you make it yourself?
Posted by: April | March 23, 2009 at 10:07 AM
Love the focaccia as the base. Looks like a very tasty sandwich!
Posted by: Maria | March 23, 2009 at 10:28 AM
I'm all over this sandwich. The flavors in here are to die for. Do you think this would work as a panini?
Posted by: Cathy | March 23, 2009 at 11:48 AM
Looks delicious. I'm a sucker for a good sandwich and will definitely try this one.
Posted by: Eliana | March 23, 2009 at 12:06 PM
That does look wonderful!
Posted by: Natasha - 5 Star Foodie | March 23, 2009 at 12:39 PM
A great looking sandwich - you should definitely submit it. Good luck!
Posted by: Megan | March 23, 2009 at 01:05 PM
Simply divine. What an awesome sandwich!
Posted by: carolina | March 23, 2009 at 02:10 PM
Wow. Great looking sandwich. I love fresh mozzarella.
Posted by: pinkstripes | March 23, 2009 at 02:37 PM
Oh my. This looks amazing... I love a good steak sandwich and this definitely looks like a winner!! (Btw, love the "my mis en place is set by fluttering little faeries" :)).
Posted by: Jackie - foodwanderlust | March 23, 2009 at 04:37 PM
Didn't expect the eggplant there but I can only imagine how good this tastes. The focaccia looks great with the coarse salt on top.
Posted by: Jude | March 25, 2009 at 01:57 AM
Um, we have to agree. That mozzarealla peeking out is the clincher.
Posted by: The Duo Dishes | March 25, 2009 at 12:58 PM
I would have to agree, this IS the best sandwich ever. I will have to try this one. I love eggplant. I love steak. I love focaccia bread. What could go wrong.
Posted by: Margaret | March 26, 2009 at 11:17 PM
I'm all over this sandwich. The flavors in here are to die for.
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