Jun 08 2026
RestaurantsItalian KitchenSicilian Eggplant Parmigiana Recipe

Sicilian Eggplant Parmigiana Recipe

Inspired by Italian Kitchen
Time1h 30m
Serves6

pomodoro sauce, sicilian olives, chillies, pesto, parmigiano reggiano, mozzarella di bufala

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Ingredients

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Sauce

Eggplant

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Eggplant

    Sprinkle the sliced eggplants with salt and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Cook Eggplant

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Layer the Ingredients

    In a baking dish, spread a layer of pomodoro sauce, followed by a layer of eggplant, some pesto, a sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano, and slices of mozzarella. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of sauce and cheese on top.

Baking

  1. 4

    Bake the Dish

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

Serving

  1. 5

    Let it Rest

    Allow the dish to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with additional Sicilian olives if desired.

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