Eggplant Parmigiana RecipeTin Eats from www.recipetineats.com
Introduction
Parmigiana is a classic Italian dish made with layers of eggplant, tomato sauce, and cheese. It's a hearty and flavorful meal that's perfect for a family dinner or special occasion. This recipe is easy to make and will be sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
To make this delicious dish, you will need the following ingredients:
2 large eggplants, sliced into rounds
1 cup of all-purpose flour
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups of breadcrumbs
1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
1/4 cup of olive oil
4 cups of tomato sauce
2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Prepare the Eggplant
Peel the eggplants and slice them into rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for about 30 minutes. This will help remove any bitterness from the eggplant. Rinse the slices with water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 3: Breading the Eggplant
Set up three bowls for breading the eggplant. In the first bowl, add the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Dip each eggplant slice into the flour, then the egg, and then the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure to coat both sides of the eggplant slices.
Step 4: Frying the Eggplant
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the eggplant slices until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Place the fried eggplant slices on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
Step 5: Assembling the Dish
Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer the fried eggplant slices on top of the sauce, then cover with more tomato sauce. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce. Repeat the layers until you run out of eggplant slices. The final layer should be tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Step 6: Baking the Dish
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 7: Serving the Dish
Let the Parmigiana cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.
Nutrition
This recipe makes 8 servings. Each serving of Parmigiana contains approximately:
Calories: 515
Total fat: 26g
Saturated fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 130mg
Sodium: 1273mg
Total carbohydrates: 41g
Dietary fiber: 7g
Sugar: 12g
Protein: 28g
Conclusion
Parmigiana is a delicious and hearty meal that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe is easy to make and will be sure to impress your guests. It's a great way to enjoy eggplant and cheese in a classic Italian dish.
