Description
A classic Italian dish made with layers of breaded eggplant, marinara sauce, and cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the eggplants and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Dredge the eggplant slices in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry the eggplant slices in oil until golden brown on both sides.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce.
- Layer fried eggplant, marinara sauce, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can add fresh basil for extra flavor.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
- Allow leftovers to cool completely before storing in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: eggplant parmesan, Italian dish, vegetarian recipe