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Recipe of Eggplant Parmesan

Recipe of Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan is a rich and flavorful Italian dish. Slices of eggplant are fried to a crispy golden brown and then layered with tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and fragrant basil. It's a dish that brings the warmth of Italy right to your table.

Recipe Summary

Preparation 60 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Intermediate
4 Servings
60 min Preparation
Intermediate
Creams

Ingredients

  • 2 medium eggplants
  • 500g mozzarella
  • 500ml tomato passata
  • 100g grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Join me and let's see how to make Eggplant Parmesan

Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Slice the eggplants into thin rounds and let them rest in a colander with some salt for 30 minutes. Rinse and pat them dry.
  • Step 2
  • In a frying pan, fry the eggplant slices in olive oil until golden. Drain on paper towels.
  • Step 3
  • In a baking dish, start layering: begin with some tomato passata, then eggplant, mozzarella, Parmesan, and basil. Repeat until you run out of ingredients.
  • Step 4
  • Bake in the oven at 180°C for about 30 minutes or until the cheese is golden and the sauce is bubbling.
  • Step 5
  • Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Step 6
  • Enjoy your hot and delicious Eggplant Parmesan!

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Eggplant Parmesan and get the best results.

  • Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
  • Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning

Variations of this recipe

Try these delicious variations of Eggplant Parmesan to give a different touch to your preparation.

  • Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
  • Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
  • Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables

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