Modern Eggplant Parmesan
A modern twist on the classic eggplant parmesan, featuring layers of crispy eggplant, marinara, and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggplants, sliced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sprinkle salt on the eggplant slices and let them sit for 30 minutes.
- Rinse away the salt and pat the slices dry.
- Dredge each eggplant slice in flour, dip it into the beaten eggs, and coat it with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the eggplant slices until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish, layer with fried eggplant, and sprinkle with mozzarella; repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil.
Notes
Don’t skip the salting step to remove bitterness and excess moisture. For a healthier option, consider baking the eggplant slices instead of frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Find it online: https://lunarecipez.com/modern-eggplant-parmesan/