Vegetarian Eggplant Parmesan - Vegetarian

The Herb-Crusted Eggplant Parmesan Delight embraces the rich, comforting flavors of traditional Italian cuisine with a modern twist. The eggplants are meticulously sliced, salted, and then coated in a savory blend of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and dried herbs, resulting in a delightfully crispy finish. Layered with luscious marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese, this vegetarian dish promises a symphony of flavors in every bite.

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Temps de préparation 30

Temps de cuisson 40

Temps total 1

Type de plat Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Portions servings

Calories 380 kcal

Ingrédients

2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup breadcrumbs

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

2 large eggs, beaten

1 cup marinara sauce

1,5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lay the eggplant slices on a baking sheet and sprinkle both sides with salt. Let sit for 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat dry with paper towels.
In one bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, dried basil, and dried oregano. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
Dredge each eggplant slice into the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Layer half of the eggplant slices over the sauce. Top with another 1/2 cup of marinara sauce and 3/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Repeat layering with the remaining eggplant, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition (per 100g)

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Vegetarian Eggplant Parmesan – Vegetarian