Eggplant Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Eggplant
Wash the eggplants under cold water. Cut off the stems and slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle both sides with salt and let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 3
Cook the Eggplant
Add the prepared eggplant slices to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and tender. Season with black pepper.
- 4
Add Tomato Sauce
Pour the tomato sauce over the cooked eggplant in the skillet. Stir to combine and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5
Add Fresh Basil and Cheese
Stir in the chopped fresh basil and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix well and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 6
Serve
Remove from heat and transfer the eggplant mixture to a serving dish. Top with the remaining Parmesan cheese and serve warm.
