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Eggplant Meatballs

Cultural Context

Eggplant meatballs, known as Melanzane Polpette, are a staple in Italian cuisine, particularly in southern regions where eggplants thrive. These meatballs celebrate the versatility of eggplants, transforming them into a hearty dish that highlights local ingredients. Often served with tomato sauce, they are a beloved comfort food that has gained popularity worldwide, appealing to both vegetarians and meat lovers alike.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 eggplant
1 clove of garlic
salt
black pepper
1 egg
50 g (2 oz) of Parmesan cheese
basil
breadcrumbs to taste
provolone or other cheese
olive oil
tomato puree

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor while being dairy-free.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats provide a gluten-free option.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal binds the mixture and adds fiber.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

1

Hello and welcome!

2

Take 1 eggplant.

3

Chop 1 clove of garlic and add it to the eggplant.

4

Season with salt and pepper.

5

Cover and cook for about 15 minutes.

6

Add 1 egg to the mixture.

7

Season again with salt and pepper.

8

Add 50 g (2 oz) of Parmesan cheese.

9

Add basil to the mixture.

10

Add breadcrumbs to taste.

11

Add provolone or other cheese.

12

Simmer until golden brown.

13

Add olive oil and 1 clove of garlic to the pan.

14

Pour in tomato puree and season with salt and pepper.

15

Add basil and mix well.

16

Perfetto!

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Melanzane PolpetteEggplant Balls
Local Name: Polpette di melanzane

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