Ground a few handfuls of almonds in the food processor until about breadcrumb consistency.
In a shallow dish combine amount of almonds wanted and seasoning (garlic salt, paprika, pepper). Can add Italian seasoning if you want Italian spice or cayenne pepper if you want some spice.
Dip protein into a few beaten eggs. Dip into almond mixture and coat well, shake off excess and set aside. Let sit for about 10 min. then place in pan w/ a few tbls. oil on med to med/high heat. Cook each side till golden brown about 3 to 4 min. a side. If it is a thicker cut of chicken or pork then place in a 350* oven to finish cooking through (about 5min).
*We've been slicing the chicken in half lengthwise to make them thinner (easier than pounding it out) and then usually don't have to finish in oven.
Better than breadcrumbs and better for you!! Great for chicken parm.
