Grilled Eggplant with Parmesan and Fresh Mint
Category: Side Dishes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Eggplant | 400g |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | q.b. (to taste) |
| Sea Salt | q.b. (to taste) |
| Black Pepper | q.b. (to taste) |
| Fresh Mint | q.b. (to taste) |
| Breadcrumbs | 70g |
| Parmigiano Reggiano DOP | 40g |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 40g |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Sweet Paprika | 1 teaspoon |
| Oregano | q.b. (to taste) |
| Sea Salt | q.b. (to taste) |
| Black Pepper | q.b. (to taste) |
Instructions
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Prepare the Eggplant:
Begin by thoroughly washing the eggplant. Slice it into rounds about 1 cm thick. Arrange the slices on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Drizzle generously with extra virgin olive oil, and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. -
Roast the Eggplant:
Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) in a convection mode. Roast the eggplant slices for 20 minutes, allowing them to become tender and slightly golden. -
Prepare the Breadcrumb Topping:
While the eggplant is roasting, prepare the breadcrumb topping. Peel the garlic clove, removing the inner sprout, and finely chop or crush it into a bowl. Add the breadcrumbs to the bowl, along with sea salt, sweet paprika, and oregano. Finally, finely chop the fresh mint and mix it into the breadcrumb mixture. -
Grill the Eggplant:
Once the eggplant has finished roasting, remove it from the oven. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over each slice of eggplant, pressing down gently to ensure it adheres well. -
Finish in the Oven:
Increase the oven’s temperature to 240°C (464°F), and switch to grill mode. Place the eggplant back in the oven for 3 minutes or until the topping turns golden brown and crisp. -
Garnish and Serve:
Remove the eggplant from the oven and finish with a sprinkle of fresh mint. Serve immediately while hot and crispy, perfect as a delicious side dish to accompany any meal!
Enjoy these delightful, crispy Grilled Eggplants with Parmesan and Fresh Mint that offer a savory combination of flavors with a touch of fresh herbiness.
