Baked Eggplant Vegetarian Recipe
Make Baked Eggplant Vegetarian Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Eggplant
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the eggplants lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices. Sprinkle salt over the slices and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture and bitterness. Rinse and pat dry.
- 2
Season and Bake
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown.
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
While the eggplant bakes, mince the garlic and sauté in a pan with a tablespoon of olive oil until fragrant. Add the tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- 4
Assemble the Dish
In a baking dish, layer the baked eggplant slices with the tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top.
- 5
Final Bake
Bake the assembled dish in the oven for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 6
Serve
Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.