Made with margarine or butter, milk, eggplant, cracker crumbs, onion, cheese, egg
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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.
Scalloped Eggplant
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
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
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
Eggplant Patrice
Made with sharp cheddar cheese, eggplant, tomatoes, green bell peppers, salt, black pepper, garlic salt, onions
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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Tofu Stuffed Eggplant
Made with brown rice, pine nuts, eggplants, olive oil, firm tofu, mixed vegetables
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Stewed Eggplant and Tomatoes
Made with salt and pepper, fresh thyme, butter, sweet onion, eggplant, tomatoes, fresh oregano
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Yang Chow Eggplant in Hot Spicy Garlic Sauce
Made with Japanese eggplant, garlic, ginger, ground pork or chicken, bamboo shoots, cooking wine or Chinese rice wine, chicken broth, soy sauce, sugar...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
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
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
Fried Eggplant Cubes
Made with vegetable oil, whole milk, eggplant, Cajun seasoning, all-purpose flour, bread crumbs, eggs
Method: deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Roasted Eggplant & Mashed Potatoes
Made with black pepper, sour cream, eggplants, baking potatoes, salt, olive oil
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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
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
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
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
Briami (Eggplant And Zucchini With Garlic Tomato Sauce)
Made with sugar, eggplant, zucchini, potatoes, green bell peppers, red pepper, onions, olive oil, tomatoes, garlic
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
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
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
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
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
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
Fried Eggplant Strips
Made with oil, salad oil, eggplant, salt, flour, egg, milk
Method: deep fryer
Time: 1-2 hours
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Grilled Asparagus and Eggplant Roll Ups
Made with seasoned olive oil, eggplant, asparagus
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Simple Grilled Eggplant
Made with black pepper, eggplant, olive oil, fresh Italian parsley, salt, fresh parsley
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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