Jul 14 2026
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Eggplant Alla Parmigiana Recipe

Inspired by Massimo Ristorante
Time1h 30m
Serves6

Breaded & Pan Fried, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Ziti Rigati

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Ingredients

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Eggplant Preparation

Tomato Sauce

Assembly and Topping

Method

Eggplant Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Eggplants

    Slice the eggplants into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle salt on both sides and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture and bitterness.

  2. 2

    Rinse and Dry

    Rinse the eggplant slices under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

  3. 3

    Breading Station

    Set up a breading station: Place flour in one shallow dish, beat the eggs in another, and place breadcrumbs in a third dish.

  4. 4

    Bread the Eggplants

    Dredge each eggplant slice in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

  5. 5

    Fry Eggplants

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the breaded eggplant slices in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Tomato Sauce

  1. 6

    Sauté Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 7

    Prepare Sauce

    Add the crushed tomatoes to the saucepan. Stir in dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.

  3. 8

    Finish Sauce

    Stir in chopped fresh basil just before removing from heat.

Assembly and Topping

  1. 9

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 10

    Cook Pasta

    Cook ziti rigati pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.

  3. 11

    Layer Ingredients

    In a baking dish, spread a layer of tomato sauce at the bottom. Layer half of the fried eggplant slices on top, followed by a layer of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

  4. 12

    Repeat Layers

    Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with cheese on top.

  5. 13

    Bake

    Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

  6. 14

    Serve

    Let it cool for a few minutes before serving alongside the cooked ziti.

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