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Juicy baked eggplant layered with ground meat and cheese, baked until golden brown.

Baked Eggplant

Baked Eggplant is a tempting Mediterranean dish that is both light and filling. The base of the dish is eggplant, which is softened in the oven, then layered with a rich meat filling, and finally covered with a delicious cheesy sauce. Baked eggplant is not only delicious but also healthy, as eggplant is full of nutrients and antioxidants.

Making baked eggplant is simple, yet extremely tasty. The dish has the distinction that each slice of eggplant is juicy, and the meat filling provides a harmonious taste experience in every bite. The dish can be seasoned with fresh herbs, basil, and oregano to further evoke the Mediterranean atmosphere. When serving, a small fresh salad and bread are the perfect lunch or dinner.

Prep Time 15 min
Preparation 30 min
Total 45 min
400 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 5
⭕ 2 Eggplant
⭕ 300 ml Tomato Sauce
⭕ 200 g Mozzarella Cheese
⭕ 50 g Parmesan Cheese
⭕ 2 tbsp Olive Oil
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 1 tsp Basil
⭕ 1 tsp Salt
⭕ 0.5 tsp Black Pepper

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Slice the eggplants into thin rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let them sit for 15 minutes to release excess moisture.

    2

    Heat the olive oil in a skillet and fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides.

    3

    In a saucepan, sauté the finely chopped garlic, then add the tomato sauce and season with basil, salt, and pepper.

    4

    In a baking dish, layer the fried eggplant, tomato sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.

    5

    Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese, then bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.