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Crispy Melanzane Sabbiose (Eggplant)

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside – these eggplant 'Sabbiose' will conquer you from the first bite!

Origin
Italy
Style
HomemadeMediterraneanComfort food
Diet
Vegetarian
Allergens
GlutenMilkEggs
#Crispy#Eggplant#Easy#Vegetable
Time40 min
Portions2 portions
DifficultyMedium
Allergen Warning: Gluten, Milk, Eggs
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Eggplant Preparation

Ingredients

  • 1 unitEggplant
  • q.b.Salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Remove the top and bottom from the eggplant.

  2. 2

    Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise.

  3. 3

    Cut each half into strips.

  4. 4

    Place the eggplant strips in a baking dish.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle with salt.

  6. 6

    Pour cold water over the eggplant and cover with a second baking dish.

  7. 7

    Let sit for 15 minutes.

    15 min

Breading and Baking

Ingredients

  • 40 gBreadcrumbs
  • q.b.Black pepper
  • 1 tspDry garlic
  • q.b.Oregano
  • 2 tbspOlive oil
  • 1 unitEgg
  • 20 gParmesan
  • q.b.Parsley

Directions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, dry garlic, and oregano.

  2. 2

    Place the eggplant strips on paper towels and pat dry.

  3. 3

    Place the dried eggplant strips in the baking dish and add olive oil and the egg.

  4. 4

    Toss to coat.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, then toss to coat.

  6. 6

    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and brush with olive oil.

  7. 7

    Arrange the eggplant strips on the baking sheet and bake at 200 °C for 25 minutes.

    25 min

Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients

  • 100 gGreek yogurt
  • 1 tbspOlive oil
  • q.b.Black pepper
  • 1 cloveGarlic
  • q.b.Dill
  • 1 tspLemon juice

Directions

  1. 1

    Grate the garlic and add it to the yogurt.

  2. 2

    Add chopped dill to the yogurt mixture.

  3. 3

    Add olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt, then mix all ingredients.

  4. 4

    Serve the baked eggplant with the sauce.

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Tips & Pairings

Best SeasonSummer
Pairing SuggestionsWhite wine or a light salad
Tips & Tricks

Make sure to pat the eggplant strips completely dry after the salt water soak to ensure maximum crispiness.

Nutrition

320 kcal16% of daily targetCalories per serving
28g10%
Carbohydrates
12g16%
Protein
18g27%
Total Fat
6g27%
Saturated Fat
6g21%
Fiber
10g20%
Sugar
450mg20%
Sodium

AI-estimated values

Sensory Profile

Sweetness1/5
Sourness3/5
Saltiness3/5
Spiciness1/5
Bitterness1/5
Richness4/5
Texture:Crispy outside, tender inside

Preparation & Equipment

Cooking Method:
Baking
Equipment:
Baking dishBaking sheetParchment paperBowlOven

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