#13 - Eggplant Parmesan Recipe
Hawaii grown eggplant, fresh basil, organic marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Eggplant
Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
- 2
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 3
Fry the Eggplant
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the eggplant slices in batches until golden brown on both sides. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.
- 4
Layer the Ingredients
In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce. Add a layer of fried eggplant, followed by mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of sauce and cheese on top.
- 5
Add Breadcrumbs
Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top layer of cheese.
- 6
- 7
Serve
Let the eggplant parmesan cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with additional fresh basil on top if desired.
