Easiest Eggplant

Easiest Eggplant
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    1.1K

Discover the simple brilliance of this eggplant preparation – a recipe so straightforward and satisfying, it's destined to become a staple. By using a clever mayonnaise coating, you'll achieve a perfectly tender interior and beautifully browned crust, all while minimizing oil absorption.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    12 g
  • Cholesterol
    4 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    230 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Place the seasoned breadcrumbs in a shallow dish or plate. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Generously coat each eggplant slice on both sides with mayonnaise. Ensure an even layer for optimal browning and flavor. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Immediately press the mayonnaise-coated eggplant slices into the breadcrumbs, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated. Gently pat the breadcrumbs to adhere. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Arrange the breadcrumb-coated eggplant slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy, approximately 20 minutes. (20 minutes)

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Recipe View Carefully flip the eggplant slices and continue baking until the other side is golden brown and the eggplant is tender throughout, about 20-25 minutes more. (25 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. (5 minutes)

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder or grated Parmesan cheese to the breadcrumbs.
Don't overcrowd the baking sheet; bake in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
For a vegan option, use your favorite vegan mayonnaise alternative.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 350 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Matilde Heaney

    This recipe is a lifesaver! I always struggled with eggplant being greasy, but the mayo trick works wonders.

  • Jada Mohr

    So simple, yet so flavorful. I've made this countless times.

  • Lacey Schultz

    My kids actually ate eggplant for the first time thanks to this recipe. Amazing!

  • Jordy Braun

    I added some red pepper flakes to the breadcrumbs for a little kick. Delicious!

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