Mozzarella Eggplant

Aubergine Parmigiana is a comforting Italian dish made by layering thinly sliced aubergine with a rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. This classic baked dish is full of flavour, combining the sweetness of tomatoes with the creaminess of cheese, making it an irresistible family favourite.

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1 10

Total Time 1 30

Servings People

Ingredients

2 large aubergine eggplants / sliced lengthways into ½ cm thick slices
400 g canned tomatoes or fresh if in season
2 cloves garlic minced
1 small onion finely chopped
1 handful basil leaves
250 g mozzarella sliced
50 g Parmesan grated
Olive oil for frying
salt to taste
pepper to taste

Instructions

Lay the aubergine slices on a tray and sprinkle them with a little salt. Let them sit for about 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat dry with kitchen paper.
2 large aubergine, salt
Heat some olive oil in a large frying pan. Lightly fry the aubergine slices in batches until golden brown on both sides. Set them aside on kitchen paper to absorb excess oil.
Olive oil
In a saucepan, heat a small amount of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until soft. Add the canned tomatoes and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let it simmer for 20 minutes until thickened. Stir in the basil leaves.
400 g canned tomatoes, 2 cloves garlic, 1 small onion, salt, pepper, 1 handful basil leaves
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce at the bottom. Add a layer of fried aubergine slices, followed by more sauce, and then a layer of mozzarella. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of mozzarella and grated Parmesan on top.
250 g mozzarella, 50 g Parmesan
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden on top.
Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serving suggestion:
Aubergine Parmigiana is delicious served with a fresh green salad and crusty bread to mop up the sauce.

Enjoy this comforting, cheesy Italian dish as a main course or alongside grilled meats or fish.

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