Shrimp & Eggplant recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsBrio Italian GrilleShrimp & Eggplant Recipe

Shrimp & Eggplant Recipe

Time45m
Serves4
Rating
5.0
1 rating

Pan-seared shrimp, crispy eggplant, black pepper cream sauce (B)

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Black Pepper Cream Sauce

Method

Prepare the Eggplant

  1. 1

    Slice the Eggplant

    Slice the eggplant into medium rounds, about 1/2 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Bread the Eggplant

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with salt. Dip each eggplant slice first in flour, then in eggs, and finally in breadcrumbs to coat.

Fry the Eggplant

  1. 3

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Fry Eggplant Slices

    Fry the breaded eggplant slices in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Cook the Shrimp

  1. 5

    Season the Shrimp

    Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper.

  2. 6

    Sauté Shrimp

    In the same skillet, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds, then add the shrimp. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Make the Black Pepper Cream Sauce

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, black pepper, and salt. Cook over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

  2. 8

    Add Parmesan

    Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Serve

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    On a serving plate, arrange the crispy eggplant slices, top with the sautéed shrimp, and drizzle with the black pepper cream sauce.

  2. 10

    Garnish

    Garnish with additional black pepper and serve immediately.

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