Layers of crispy eggplant, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheese — classic Italian comfort at its best!
🧾 Description
Eggplant Parmigiana is a beloved Italian dish made by layering fried or baked eggplant with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan, then baking until bubbly and golden. It’s hearty, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying 🇮🇹✨
🛒 Ingredients
🍆 Eggplant
2 large eggplants (sliced into rounds)
Salt (for sweating)
1 cup flour
2 eggs 🥚
1 cup breadcrumbs
Oil (for frying or baking)
🍅 Sauce
2 cups marinara sauce 🍅
2 garlic cloves (minced) 🧄
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper
🧀 Cheese Layers
2 cups mozzarella (shredded) 🧀
½ cup grated parmesan
Fresh basil 🌿
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🍆 1. Prep eggplant
Slice eggplant and sprinkle with salt
Let sit 20–30 minutes (removes bitterness)
Pat dry
🍳 2. Bread & cook
Dip slices in flour → egg → breadcrumbs
Fry until golden
or
Bake at 200°C until crispy
🍅 3. Prepare sauce
Heat olive oil
Sauté garlic
Add marinara + seasoning
Simmer 5–10 minutes
🧀 4. Layer
In baking dish:
Sauce → eggplant → mozzarella → parmesan
Repeat layers
🔥 5. Bake
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes
Until bubbly and golden
🌿 6. Rest & serve
Let sit 10 minutes
Garnish with basil
🔥 Flavor Profile
Crispy & tender eggplant 🍆
Rich tomato sauce 🍅
Melty cheesy layers 🧀
Herby Italian flavor 🌿
💪 Nutrition (approx. per serving)
Calories: 400–600 kcal
Protein: 15–25g 💪
Fat: 20–30g
Carbs: 30–45g
