Eggplant Parmesan

Yellow Chili's

Eggplant Parmesan or Parmigiana is a rich, and classic Italian dish made with breaded eggplant, marinara sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese. And it is usually served for lunch and dinner

Eggplant Parmesan 

YIELD

6 serving

TYPE

Main Course

TIME

60 minutes

LEVEL

Medium

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In a pan with medium heat, pour olive oil and add garlic. Saute it until it turns aromatic. Then add onions and saute until it turns soft

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Now add the tomato puree, oregano, and chili flakes. Give it a good mix

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Simmer the heat, and cook the sauce for 5 to 7 minutes

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Finally, garnish with basil leaves and remove and reserve it for later use

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Take the medium size eggplant, wash and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Cut them into circular shapes and reserve them for later use. 

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In a bowl, open three eggs and beat them until it turns frothy and reserve them for later use

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In a large or deep tray, add all-purpose flour, panko bread crumb, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and chili flakes. Mix to incorporate them well and set aside

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Take the sliced Eggplant, dip it in the beaten egg and then coat them in the panko, cheese, and flour mixture. Repeat the same for all the Eggplant slices

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In a pan with medium heat, pour olive oil and add the breaded Eggplant one by one

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Fry the Eggplants until both sides turn crispy and golden. Repeat the same process for all other breaded eggplants as well

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Now in a wide baking pan, add a tbsp of oil and grease them evenly on all sides. Layer the fried Eggplant as shown in the picture

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Next, top the Eggplant with the marinara sauce, followed by mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layering until all the fried Eggplants are used

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Finally, add the parmesan cheese and garnish with some fresh basil leaves

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Now transfer the tray to the preheated oven at 400°F and bake it uncovered for about 20 to 25 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly

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Remove the Eggplant Parmesan from the oven and garnish with more basil leaves and serve warm immediately

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Serve this Eggplant Parmesan as it is warm or with your favorite pasta for lunch and dinner or as a party meal

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