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Crispy Homemade Aubergine Parmigiana

A comforting Italian dish featuring layers of crispy aubergine, rich tomato sauce, and creamy cheese.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Comfort Food, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Colander
  • Shallow Dishes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 medium Aubergines Sliced into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning the aubergine.
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour For dredging the aubergine.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten, to act as a binding agent.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Italian-style breadcrumbs for coating.
  • 1 cup Olive oil For frying the aubergine.
  • 2 cups Tomato sauce Marinara or homemade for layering.
  • 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese For layering.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese For layering.
  • 1 handful Fresh basil leaves For garnish.

Instructions

  • Slice the aubergines into 1/4 inch thick rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
  • Rinse the aubergine slices under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes.
  • Coat each aubergine slice in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the coated aubergine slices until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, layer tomato sauce, half of the fried aubergine, half of the cheeses, and repeat.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve hot.

Notes

For variations, consider adding other vegetables, using different cheeses, or baking instead of frying for a healthier option.