Slice the eggplant and lay out on a paper towel lined baking sheet.
2. Step
Generously salt the eggplant on both sides and leave to sit for 30 minutes to soften and draw out excess moisture.
3. Step
Blot off the water and excess salt from the eggplant with additional paper towels.
4. Step
In a medium mixing bowl add the basil, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and one egg (beaten). Mix together.
5. Step
Picking two equal sized eggplant slices, sandwich about a tablespoon of the ricotta mixture between the slices and place on a wax paper lined baking tray.
6. Step
Freeze for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
7. Step
In three separate bowls, place the flour, bread crumbs, and the remaining 3 eggs, beaten.
8. Step
Remove eggplant from the freezer and coat each first in flour, then egg, then bread crumbs. Coat once more in egg and a final time in the bread crumbs. Place back in the freezer while you prepare to fry.
9. Step
In a large saucepan, heat oil to 350˚F (180˚C). Fry eggplant in batches, 3 at a time, until nicely browned on all sides.
10. Step
Remove and place on a paper towel lined plate to drain off any excess oil. Sprinkle with salt. Serve with marinara sauce.
