Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsLeunig's BistroCrispy Eggplant Napoleon Recipe

Crispy Eggplant Napoleon Recipe

Inspired by Leunig's Bistro
Time1h
Serves4

Crispy Eggplant, Grilled Portabella Mushroom Tomato, Yellow Squash, Zucchini, Button Mushrooms, Eggplant Ratatouille, Maple Brook Mozzarella & Sautéed Baby Spinach served with Marinara Sauce

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Sauce

Seasoning

Breading

Method

Preparation

  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

    Bread the Eggplant

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

Cooking

  1. 3

    Fry the Eggplant

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the breaded eggplant until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

  2. 4

    Grill the Portabella

    Brush the portabella mushrooms with olive oil and grill them until tender, about 5 minutes per side.

  3. 5

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and sauté the button mushrooms, yellow squash, and zucchini until tender. Add baby spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Assemble the Napoleon

    On a plate, layer the crispy eggplant, grilled portabella, sautéed vegetables, and mozzarella. Repeat layers as desired. Top with the remaining mozzarella.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Heat marinara sauce and serve alongside the Crispy Eggplant Napoleon.

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