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Eggplant Parmesan

The Best Juicy Eggplant Parmesan Recipe You’ll Crave Tonight

This Eggplant Parmesan is a comforting dish with rich flavors, versatile for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant Layers
  • 2 medium Eggplants Choose firm, medium-sized eggplants.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use to sweat the eggplants.
  • 1 cup Flour Lightly dust eggplant slices.
  • 2 large Eggs Beat to coat eggplant slices.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Opt for panko or Italian-seasoned.
For the Tomato Sauce
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Use high-quality canned or fresh.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Mince finely.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil To sauté garlic.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Add at the end.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Season to taste.
For the Cheese Filling
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Fresh or shredded.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Optional, for creamy richness.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Eggplant Parmesan
  1. Slice medium eggplants into ½-inch rounds, sprinkle both sides with salt, and let rest 20 minutes to remove moisture. Pat dry thoroughly.
  2. Dust each slice with flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs until evenly covered.
  3. Heat ¼-inch vegetable oil in skillet to 350°F, fry slices until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side; drain on paper towels.
  4. Warm olive oil over medium heat, cook minced garlic (1 minute) until fragrant, then stir in crushed tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in chopped fresh basil, season with salt and pepper to taste, and simmer 5 more minutes.
  6. Spread a thin sauce layer in a baking dish, arrange eggplant slices, add dollops of ricotta, then sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan; repeat layers once more.
  7. Bake uncovered at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top, then let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the dish to rest after baking to help the layers set beautifully.

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