Eggplant Parmigiana (Parmigiana di Melanzane)
Italian · Western Europe
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Layers of fried eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, and Parmigiano baked until bubbling and golden.
Why It Works
Salting and frying the eggplant removes moisture and creates structure so the layers hold together. The oven melds the cheeses into a cohesive gratin.
Key Ingredients
eggplant
tomato sauce
mozzarella
Parmigiano-Reggiano
basil
olive oil
breadcrumbs
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