Description
- Layers of fried eggplant slices, rich tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant parmesan cheese, all baked to perfection. A comforting and classic Italian dish.
Ingredients
- Eggplant (Italian variety, large)
- Salt
- Cooking oil (for frying)
- Tomato sauce (homemade or high-quality store-bought)
- Garlic
- Onions
- Basil
- Fresh Mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
1. Slice eggplant and salt generously. Let it sit for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
2. Pat eggplant slices dry.
3. Lightly fry eggplant slices until golden.
4. Simmer tomato sauce with garlic, onions, and basil.
5. Layer ingredients in a baking dish: tomato sauce, fried eggplant, mozzarella, and parmesan.
6. Repeat layers, ending with sauce and cheese.
7. Bake until bubbly and golden brown.
8. Let rest before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, high quality ingredients for the best results.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking dish.
- Let it rest after baking to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-45 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Casserole
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice/portion
- Calories: 450-600
- Sugar: 10-15g
- Sodium: 500-700 mg
- Fat: 30-40g
- Saturated Fat: 15-20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10-15g
- Carbohydrates: 30-40g
- Fiber: 5-8g
- Protein: 15-20g
Keywords: Italian, Eggplant, Parmigiana, Baked, Vegetarian, Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Casserole