Best 6 Eggplant Aubergine Mexicana Recipes
Aubergine, also known as eggplant, is a versatile vegetable that can be cooked in many ways. When paired with Mexican flavors, it becomes a delightful dish known as "eggplant aubergine mexicana." This article will guide you through the steps of creating a flavorful and satisfying eggplant aubergine mexicana dish, providing you with a detailed recipe and helpful tips to ensure a delicious outcome.
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CHEESY AUBERGINE
Tastes like enchiladas! Yummy and healthier than regular enchiladas. Adapted from Sunset. *This has become my most popular recipe posted here. I've made it slightly different ways over the years. I sprinkle the oiled eggplant with garlic salt now. It's also great with a can of diced tomatoes and 1tbsp of tomato paste, extra cumin, garlic, dried onions, salt and cilantro. I also use reduced-fat cheese now. If you would like it spicier add some jalapenos. I love to eat it along an undressed salad of romaine, purple cabbage and grape tomatoes and eat bites of the salad and eggplant together with sour cream. Many people think it needs to be heartier so feel free to add beans, ground beef or chicken but I really don't think it needs it. It's also great served with rice.
Provided by Engrossed
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h5m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450.
- Spray baking sheet with oil and place eggplant slices on it in a single layer. Spray the tops of the eggplant with oil. Bake until soft when pressed about 15-25 minutes.
- Meanwhile , in a small pot, combine tomato sauce, chiles, onions, cumin, garlic powder and olives. Bring to a simmer, then simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
- Turn oven down to 350 when eggplant is done.
- Arrange half the eggplant slices in a single layer over the bottom of a shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Spoon half the sauce over eggplant and sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat layers ending with cheese.
- Bake at 350 until heated through and bubbly (about 30 minutes).
- Top with sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.1, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 4.7, Sodium 1669.7, Carbohydrate 24.9, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 14, Protein 13.4
EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) MEXICANA
Make and share this Eggplant (Aubergine) Mexicana recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tebo3759
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a skillet.
- simmer gently 15- 20 minutes or until eggplant is tender.
- Can be done ahead and reheated in microwave.
EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) PARMIGIANA
Adapted from a recipe by Australian chef Huey (Iain Hewitson) who hosts a popular TV cooking show twice daily. Posted for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. UPDATE: In her review, BarbryT commented that it is not specified where the fresh basil is used. You could add it on top of the dish with the parmesan, although when I've made this I've sprinkled it on top just before serving. If you're undecided, perhaps do half and half, then you'll know which you prefer a second time.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- Dust the eggplant with flour, dip in egg and panfry in a non-stick pan in oil.
- Drain well on paper towels.
- Heat a little oil in a large non-stick pan and gently sauté onion and garlic. Add pasta sauce, wine, pesto and pepper. Bring to the boil and boil for a few minutes to allow the liquid to reduce a little. Season to taste.
- Put some of the sauce in the base of an ovenproof casserole dish, top with a layer of eggplant, and then mozzarella and sauce. Repeat this process, finishing with a thick layer of sauce and a sprinkling of parmesan.
- Cook in the oven for about 20 minutes. If the dish has been pre-prepared, you will need to cook it for longer, probably 30-40 minutes.
- Serve with a simple green salad.
FRIED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)
An adopted recipe I've not tried. Here's hwat the OP says about it: "Very easy fried eggplant. Just like shake n' bake!My husband really likes this recipe. He says it's the best fried eggplant he ever had. Easy to make this "parmesan" by adding sauce, mozzerella and baking. Very cheap too!! One SMALL eggplant feeds 6!"
Provided by spatchcock
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oil in pan on medium till a splash of water sizzles on it.
- Put everything in a giant freezer ziploc bag EXCEPT the eggplant, oil and eggs.
- Skake it up well.
- Lightly beat eggs in a bowl.
- Dip eggplant slices in egg and add to bag about 3-4 at a time.
- Shake them up good.
- Place battered slices in hot oil.
- flip after 2 minutes.
- Remove when browned on both sides, about 4 minutes total.
- Continue until all slices are done.
- I always make this with pasta, garlic bread and my stuffed mushrooms (recipe posted).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 863.4, Fat 77.9, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 74.6, Sodium 796.5, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 10.6
EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA WITH MARGHERITA® PEPPERONI
A family favorite layered with lightly breaded eggplant, savory pepperoni, tangy tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Provided by Margherita Meats
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Margherita® Meats
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Slice each eggplant lengthwise into slices about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
- In a large skillet, add olive oil (approximately 1/4 inch deep) and heat for frying.
- In a bowl, mix eggs and water together. On a large plate, mix grated Parmigiana-Reggiano cheese and 4 cups seasoned breadcrumbs together. Dip eggplant into the egg mixture, then the breadcrumb mixture. Place breaded eggplant slices into skillet and fry until golden brown, rotating once if necessary. Remove from skillet.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In an 8 by 12-inch baking dish, place the 4 largest eggplant slices, evenly spaced apart from each other. Over each slice, spread 1/4 cup of tomato sauce and sprinkle with a teaspoon of basil. Place one slice of mozzarella and 3 slices pepperoni over each slice and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon grated Parmigiano. Place the smaller slices of eggplant over each of the disks and repeat with tomato sauce, basil, pepperoni and the 2 cheeses. Repeat the layering again until all the ingredients are used.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs over the top of the eggplant dish, and bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and the tops turn light brown, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1505.3 calories, Carbohydrate 128.4 g, Cholesterol 336.9 mg, Fat 79.1 g, Fiber 17.9 g, Protein 66.8 g, SaturatedFat 33.3 g, Sodium 4267.1 mg, Sugar 27.1 g
EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) PARMESAN
this is a recipe i never thought i would like. but i LOVE it! it is so easy to make. sometimes i serve it over pasta, sometimes not. it's up to you. i have added meat to my spaghetti sauce before, but that really isn't necessary either because the eggplant is a meat substitute.
Provided by bratty
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 1-2 eggplant slices, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- mix egg and milk together in bowl, blend.
- heat olive oil in med frying pan.
- dip eggplant slices into egg/milk mixture.
- dip eggplant into breadcrumbs.
- place 4 slices at a time, into olive oil in frying pan.
- fry eggplant on each side, until each side is golden brown (you want them crispy, not mushy).
- remove eggplant from skillet, and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- repeat dipping and frying proces with other 4 eggplant slices.
- place 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce into 9x13 casserole dish.
- place eggplant into bottom of cassserole.
- pour spaghetti sauce over top of eggplant.
- sprinkle mozzarella/parmesan cheese over top of spaghetti sauce.
- bake in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- serve over pasta if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.9, Fat 30.2, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 26, Sodium 297.5, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 5.1
Tips:
- Choose the right eggplant: Look for eggplants that are firm and have smooth, shiny skin. Avoid eggplants that are bruised or have blemishes.
- Cut the eggplant properly: To prevent the eggplant from absorbing too much oil, cut it into thin slices or cubes. You can also sprinkle the eggplant with salt and let it rest for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to draw out the moisture.
- Cook the eggplant over medium heat: Cooking the eggplant over high heat will make it tough and chewy. Instead, cook it over medium heat so that it has time to soften and caramelize.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the eggplant, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the eggplant from cooking evenly.
- Season the eggplant: Season the eggplant with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add herbs, such as basil or oregano, to the dish.
Conclusion:
Eggplant mexicana is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover eggplant, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. With its smoky flavor and creamy texture, eggplant mexicana is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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