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Crispy Eggplant Parmesan

This dish features slices of eggplant coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked until crispy, layered with rich tomato sauce and melted cheese. The final result has a golden crust with tender, flavorful eggplant inside, resembling a layered casserole with a crispy topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium eggplants sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup fresh tomato sauce preferably homemade or good-quality jarred
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for greasing and drizzling
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
  2. Arrange the sliced eggplant on a baking sheet and sprinkle generously with salt. Let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then rinse and pat dry.
  3. Set up a breading station: place the beaten eggs in one bowl and the seasoned breadcrumbs in another.
  4. Dip each eggplant slice into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumbs.
  5. Arrange the coated eggplant slices on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle or spray lightly with olive oil for extra crunch.
  6. Bake the eggplant for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over a baking dish and layer the crispy eggplant slices on top.
  8. Top with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, then spoon additional sauce over the cheese.
  9. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
  10. Remove from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, then serve hot with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy the crispy edges and tender interior in every satisfying bite.