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In a large heavy skillet with lid, add the olive oil.
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When the oil is hot, add the onions and saute for 3 to 4 minutes.
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Season the onions with salt and pepper.
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Peel and dice the eggplant.
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Stir in the eggplant and continue to saute for 2 minutes.
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Add the tomatoes, bay leaves and garlic.
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Season the mixture with salt and cayenne.
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Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low.
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Simmer the tomato and eggplant mixture for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in the parsley and set aside.
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Season the flour with salt and cayenne.
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Season each steak with salt and cayenne.
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Dredge the steaks in the seasoned flour.
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Dip each in the egg wash, letting the excess drip off.
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Dredge the steaks in the flour for a second time, coating each side completely.
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In a large saute pan, heat the vegetable oil.
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When the oil is hot but not smoking, gently lay the steaks in the hot oil.
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Pan-fry the steaks for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
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Remove the steaks from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate.
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Season the steaks with salt and cayenne.
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To serve, spoon the smothered tomatoes and stewed eggplant in the center of each plate and top with the steak.