Best 2 Breaded Eggplant Oven Baked Recipes

Breaded eggplant oven baked is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying weekend brunch, breaded eggplant oven baked is a great option. The crispy breading and tender eggplant make this dish a hit with everyone who tries it, and it's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With so many different variations on the recipe, you're sure to find a breaded eggplant oven baked dish that you'll love.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BREADED EGGPLANT (OVEN-BAKED)

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Adapted from Cook's Illustrated, this baked eggplant is superb, versatile, and lower-fat than the traditional fried. It's thrice-dipped: flour, eggs, and bread crumbs. I feel like I have a "gold mine" when I have a batch in the 'fridge! It makes great veggie sandwiches, eggplant Parmesan and a great filler for egg and pasta dishes.

Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado

Categories Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 medium eggplants, peeled and cut crosswise (I cut 1/4-1/2 inch wide)
1 tablespoon kosher salt (I use less about a teaspoon)
4 cups breadcrumbs (best from dense white bread, French bread, preferably NOT the kind from the can)
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground pepper
4 large eggs, beaten
6 tablespoons vegetable oil (I've used olive, too)

Steps:

Start by draining the eggplant: layer sliced eggplant with gentle sprinkle of salt in a colander and place a plate or lid on top). The eggplant will leak out about 2 tbs. of moisture (about a half hour-sometimes I just do set it about 15 minutes and that seems to work, too).
I lightly wipe excess salt off with damp paper towel.
Heat oven to 425 degrees. Prepare cookie sheet/jelly roll pan with half the oil and heat in oven while dipping/breading the eggplant.
Mix together flour and pepper and put in large Zip-lock bag.
Mix Parmesan and bread crumbs and put in pie plate.
Dipping process:.
Place about 10 slices at a time in flour and shake to coat lightly.
Dip eggplant in beaten egg (I use a cereal bowl to dip).
Dredge in bread crumb mixture.
Line, without overlapping, eggplant onto cookie sheet.
Bake for about 10-15 minutes until bottoms are lightly browned, and flip and finish cooking the other side.
Repeat with remaining eggplant.
Remove and cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644.8, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 138.7, Sodium 1996.1, Carbohydrate 79.3, Fiber 10.1, Sugar 9.1, Protein 24.2

OVEN BAKED PANKO BREADED EGGPLANT

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Eggplant sliced and coated in fat-free yogurt dipped in panko bread crumbs and baked crispy in oven.

Provided by Jamilahs_Kitchen

Categories Berries

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 eggplant (desired size)
1/2 cup plain yogurt, nonfat (more or less depending on amount of eggplant)
panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
cumin
paprika
lemon zest
italian seasoning
grill seasoning

Steps:

Slice eggplant lengthwise into fairly thin slices. Season yogurt and panko breadcrumbs with desired seasonings.
Coat both sides of eggplant in yogurt.
Press coated eggplant into panko bread crumbs pushing down into mixture to get even coating.
Place onto cookie sheet (use Pam olive oil spray or olive oil to coat sheet).
Drizzle both sides with of breaded eggplant with olive oil.
Place in oven at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes Take out and flip each eggplant and return to Oven for 20 minutes or desired crispness.

Tips:

Choose firm and ripe eggplants. Avoid eggplants that are too soft or have blemishes.
Slice the eggplants evenly so that they cook evenly.
Soak the eggplant slices in salted water for 30 minutes to remove the bitterness. This step is optional, but it helps to improve the flavor of the eggplant.
Coat the eggplant slices in a mixture of flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. This coating helps to create a crispy crust.
Bake the eggplant slices in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Serve the breaded eggplant slices with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or tzatziki sauce.

Conclusion:

Breaded eggplant is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a great way to enjoy eggplant, and it is a healthier alternative to fried eggplant. With its crispy coating and tender interior, breaded eggplant is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.