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Eggplant

Eggplant

Eggplant (also called an aubergine) is a healthy vegetable that is part of the nightshade family. It is a good source of potassium, considered an important antioxidant, and is believed to help combat high cholesterol. Eggplant is popular in vegetarian dishes because of its hearty texture. It can be prepared a variety of ways including grilled, fried, baked and roasted.



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For best results, salt the eggplant and let it drain before cooking. The salt reduces bitterness and will help to keep the eggplant from getting overly soggy from liquid or oil when cooking. Typically smaller eggplants are less bitter.



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recipe for baked eggplant

Baked Eggplant

Made with capers, sugar, eggplant, onions, celery, olive oil, tomatoes, tomato sauce, pitted ripe olives, balsamic vinegar

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for mexican eggplant

Mexican Eggplant

Made with bread crumbs, black pepper, salt, eggplant, bacon drippings or vegetable oil, onion, chili powder, tomatoes, parsley, sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for eggplant enchiladas

Eggplant Enchiladas

Made with corn tortillas, butter or margarine, eggplant, garlic, onion, green pepper, diced green chiles, cheddar cheese, enchilada sauce, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for roasted eggplant & mashed potatoes

Roasted Eggplant & Mashed Potatoes

Made with black pepper, sour cream, eggplants, baking potatoes, salt, olive oil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for eggplant polenta casserole

Eggplant Polenta Casserole

Made with soy mozzarella cheese, olive oil, prepared polenta, eggplant, portobello mushrooms, zucchini, yellow summer squash, garlic, white beans, pasta sauce

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for asian style sauteed eggplant

Asian Style Sauteed Eggplant

Made with sesame seeds, vegetable oil, onion, eggplant, oyster sauce, chili paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water or chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked eggplant, sicilian style

Baked Eggplant, Sicilian Style

Made with salt, bread crumbs, eggs, oil, olive oil, garlic, crushed tomatoes, salt and pepper, parsley, mozzarella cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for debbie reynolds' eggplant casserole

Debbie Reynolds' Eggplant Casserole

Made with bread crumbs, tomato sauce, butter, eggplant, salt, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for bangan ka bhurta (indian eggplant)

Bangan Ka Bhurta (Indian Eggplant)

Made with fresh cilantro, black pepper, eggplant, vegetable oil, onion, plum tomatoes, ground cayenne pepper, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chinese eggplant in garlic sauce

Chinese Eggplant in Garlic Sauce

Made with garlic, hot sauce, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, sugar, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sherry

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 2 hours

recipe for lebanese eggplant casserole

Lebanese Eggplant Casserole

Made with water, tomato sauce, eggplant, olive oil, onion, ground lean beef or lamb, pignoli nuts, cinnamon, garlic, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for grilled asparagus and eggplant roll ups

Grilled Asparagus and Eggplant Roll Ups

Made with seasoned olive oil, eggplant, asparagus

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cajun eggplant dressing

Cajun Eggplant Dressing

Made with margarine, dried basil, onions, bell peppers, celery, dried oregano, eggplants, crab meat, red pepper, green onions

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kerala (coconut eggplant)

Kerala (Coconut Eggplant)

Made with fresh green chili peppers, fresh ginger, garlic, onion, ground coriander, garam masala, turmeric, peanut oil, Chinese eggplants

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for eggplant parmesan lasagna

Eggplant Parmesan Lasagna

Made with fresh basil or parsley, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, lasagna noodles, eggplant, olive oil flavored cooking spray, dried basil, Parmesan cheese, marinara sauce...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for tofu stuffed eggplant

Tofu Stuffed Eggplant

Made with brown rice, pine nuts, eggplants, olive oil, firm tofu, mixed vegetables

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for polenta with eggplant ragout

Polenta With Eggplant Ragout

Made with plum tomatoes, cremini mushrooms, lemon juice, tomato paste, fresh basil, parsley, black olives, capers, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for clam stuffed eggplant

Clam Stuffed Eggplant

Made with salt and pepper, bread crumbs, eggplant, onion, garlic, butter, clams, parsley, basil, thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for eggplant and pasta pasticcio

Eggplant And Pasta Pasticcio

Made with mozzarella cheese, flour, tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, chili pepper, salt and pepper, olive oil, eggplant

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cajun stuffed eggplant

Cajun Stuffed Eggplant

Made with bacon, onion, celery, green bell pepper, garlic, ground pork, ground beef, Rotel tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for quick garlic and chili pepper eggplant

Quick Garlic And Chili Pepper Eggplant

Made with ground turmeric, eggplant, vegetable oil, cumin seeds, black pepper, onion, garlic, green chili peppers, tomato, ground coriander

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turkish grilled eggplant and peppers with tomatoes

Turkish Grilled Eggplant And Peppers With Tomatoes

Made with olive oil, garlic, yellow onion, ground coriander, whole plum tomatoes, light brown sugar, pepper, salt, fresh parsley, fresh mint

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mediterranean eggplant casserole

Mediterranean Eggplant Casserole

Made with onion, olive oil, garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, tomatoes, fresh basil, dry bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for baked eggplant with tomato sauce

Baked Eggplant With Tomato Sauce

Made with Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, eggplants, salt, black pepper, olive oil, Roma tomatoes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spicy stuffed szechuan eggplant

Spicy Stuffed Szechuan Eggplant

Made with sesame oil, hot chili oil, salt, vegetable oil, pork stock or chicken stock, Chinese hot soybean paste, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, eggplant

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for eggplant croquettes

Eggplant Croquettes

Made with black pepper, salt, vegetable oil, eggplants, sharp Cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, eggs, dried parsley, onion, garlic

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for spicy roasted eggplant with oyster sauce

Spicy Roasted Eggplant With Oyster Sauce

Made with fresh cilantro, red pepper flakes, eggplants, oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, peanut oil, garlic, fresh ginger

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for scalloped eggplant

Scalloped Eggplant

Made with margarine or butter, milk, eggplant, cracker crumbs, onion, cheese, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cajun eggplant pirogue

Cajun Eggplant Pirogue

Made with green bell pepper, parsley, garlic, shortening, eggplant, tomatoes, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, water

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for spicy eggplant and broccoli in ginger sauce

Spicy Eggplant And Broccoli In Ginger Sauce

Made with water, Japanese eggplant, vegetable oil, garlic, chili paste, fresh ginger, yellow onion, broccoli florets, soy sauce, oyster sauce or mushroom...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for caponata (italian aubergine/eggplant stew)

Caponata (Italian Aubergine/Eggplant Stew)

Traditional caponata has anchovies in it but this version skips those and replaces them with raisins that are stewed along with the other ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hot ratatouille

Hot Ratatouille

Craving a cozy dish but short on time? This hot ratatouille recipe has got you covered. A microwave side dish loaded with veggies and cheese. It's fast food, made fabulous.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for stuffed baby eggplant

Stuffed Baby Eggplant

Made with vegetable juice, salt, baby eggplants, olive oil, onion, green bell pepper, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, seasoned bread crumbs, Mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baked eggplant casserole

Baked Eggplant Casserole

Made with salt and pepper, Cheddar or American cheese, eggplant, egg, tomatoes, olive oil, onion, breadcrumbs, ground beef

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for tuscany eggplant

Tuscany Eggplant

Made with red wine vinegar, tomato sauce, olive oil, onion, garlic, eggplant, green bell pepper, celery, kalamata olives, mushrooms

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for fried eggplant strips

Fried Eggplant Strips

Made with oil, salad oil, eggplant, salt, flour, egg, milk

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mexican eggplant casserole

Mexican Eggplant Casserole

Made with eggplant, black pepper, cheese, Mexican corn bread mix, butter, onion, bell pepper, tomatoes & chiles, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheesy eggplant casserole

Cheesy Eggplant Casserole

Made with whole tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, oregano, dried basil, eggplant, mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for quick japanese or chinese eggplant with cilantro

Quick Japanese Or Chinese Eggplant With Cilantro

Made with black mustard seeds, ground fenugreek seeds, garlic, green chili peppers, ground coriander, dried curry leaves, ground turmeric, dried mint...

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for eggplant rice dressing

Eggplant Rice Dressing

Made with brown rice, water, seasoned salt, ground meat, eggplant, onion, bell peppers, garlic, green onions, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for eggplant balls

Eggplant Balls

Made with mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese, marinara sauce, cheese, eggs, olive oil, garlic, eggplant, water, bread crumbs, parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for grilled eggplant and mozzarella

Grilled Eggplant and Mozzarella

Made with Mozzarella cheese, eggplant, olive oil, balsamic or red wine vinegar, garlic, dried oregano, basil, salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for simple grilled eggplant

Simple Grilled Eggplant

Made with black pepper, eggplant, olive oil, fresh Italian parsley, salt, fresh parsley

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked stuffed eggplant

Baked Stuffed Eggplant

Made with crushed red pepper flakes, eggplants, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, parsley, garlic, olive oil

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for eggplant spinach manicotti

Eggplant Spinach Manicotti

Made with marinara sauce, whole wheat flour, nutmeg, garlic powder, eggplant, onion, frozen chopped spinach, oregano, basil, onion powder

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for eggplant torte

Eggplant Torte

Made with mozzarella cheese, eggplant, flour, salt and pepper, oil, thyme, parsley, tomatoes, onion, green bell peppers

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours




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