Parmigiana Di Melanzane Aka Eggplant Parmesan

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Classic Italian dish Parmigiana Di Melanzane Aka Eggplant Parmesan recipe for dinner tonight
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium eggplant
1 1/4 cups tomato sauce
3/4 cup gruyere cheese or 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese , sliced thin
1 cup breadcrumbs ( seasoned with garlic salt , oregano , basil )
1 egg
extra virgin olive oil
salt
nonstick cooking spray
salt , to taste
pepper , to taste
parmesan cheese , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
548
Sugar
10g
Fat
32g
Parmigiana Di Melanzane Aka Eggplant Parmesan is a classic Italian dish, often served as a main dish. The dish consists of fried eggplant slices that are coated in breadcrumbs, layered with tomato sauce, and topped with cheese. Earliest recorded versions of the dish are more similar to lasagna, with layers of aubergine rather than slices. The dish has become so popular that it is now served in many Italian restaurants worldwide. This dish is perfect for vegetarians as it does not contain meat. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in with your loved ones. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made quickly.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Cut the eggplant lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
3.In a bowl, beat the egg with some salt and pepper.
4.Dredge each slice of eggplant in the egg mixture, then coat in breadcrumbs.
5.Heat up a frying pan and add in some olive oil.
6.Fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides.
7.In a baking dish, spoon some tomato sauce to coat the bottom.
8.Lay down the fried eggplant to form a layer in the dish.
9.Top the layer with another spoonful of tomato sauce and some cheese.
10.Repeat layering eggplant, sauce, and cheese until all ingredients are used.
11.Finish with a layer of cheese on top.
12.Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbly.

PROS

Eggplant Parmesan is a flavorful main dish that is loved by many.

The dish is vegetarian and can be made vegan by using vegan cheese and egg substitute.

Easy to make and perfect for dinner tonight with some bread and salad on the side.

CONS

This dish is high in carbohydrates and calories.

It may not be suitable for people who are watching their calorie and carb intake.

If overcooked, the eggplant may become overcooked and mushy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplant Parmesan is a good source of dietary fiber and antioxidants.
Eggplant is also low in calories and studies show that it may help reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.

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