Jul 14 2026
Restaurants10 Empanadas#13 - Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

#13 - Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Inspired by 10 Empanadas
Time1h 20m
Serves6

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. 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. 2

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  3. 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. 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. 5

    Add Breadcrumbs

    Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top layer of cheese.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Let the eggplant parmesan cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with additional fresh basil on top if desired.

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