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Baked Sabiose Eggplant

Cultural Context

Baked Sabiose Eggplant, or Melanzane alla Parmigiana, hails from southern Italy and showcases the region's love for eggplants. Traditionally, this dish layers fried eggplant with rich tomato sauce and cheese, making it a beloved comfort food. It is often served during family gatherings and festive occasions, embodying the spirit of sharing and togetherness. Today, variations exist worldwide, adapting to local tastes while preserving the essence of this classic Italian dish.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 eggplants
1 clove of garlic
salt
black pepper
oregano
2 eggs
paprika
parmesan
3 tablespoons of sour cream
parsley
olive oil
breadcrumbs

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining texture.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and works well for baking.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier alternative with a similar texture.

1

Slice 2 eggplants and sprinkle with salt; leave to purge for 15 minutes.

2

Rinse the eggplants and pat dry.

3

Mix breadcrumbs, 1 clove of garlic, salt, black pepper, oregano, 2 eggs, paprika, and parmesan together.

4

Layer the eggplant slices with the breadcrumb mixture.

5

Drizzle with olive oil and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 25 minutes.

6

Serve topped with 3 tablespoons of sour cream and parsley.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinglayering

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking dishknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Melanzane alla ParmigianaEggplant Parmesan
Local Name: Melanzane Sabiose al Forno

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