Best 4 Microwave Eggplant Aubergine Parmesan Recipes

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Microwave eggplant parmesan is a quick and easy way to enjoy this classic Italian dish. With only a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. From classic eggplant parmesan to more unique and modern variations, there is a recipe out there for everyone. So gather your ingredients, preheat your microwave, and get ready to make the best microwave eggplant parmesan you've ever tasted!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST EGGPLANT PARMESAN RECIPE BY TASTY



The Best Eggplant Parmesan Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: medium eggplants, coarse salt, all-purpose flour, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, pepper, vegetable oil, marinara sauce, fresh basil, low-moisture mozzarella, shredded parmesan cheese, fresh mozzarella cheese

Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium eggplants, washed
1 tablespoon coarse salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon pepper
2 cups vegetable oil
2 ½ cups marinara sauce, divided
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced, plus more for garnish
2 cups low-moisture mozzarella, shredded
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cut each eggplant into about ½-inch (1-cm) thick round slices.
  • Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
  • Sprinkle the eggplant with half of the coarse salt. Flip the slices over and sprinkle with the rest of the salt.
  • Put another baking sheet on top of the eggplant and place something heavy, like a cast-iron skillet, on the top baking sheet to help release moisture from the eggplant. Let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover the eggplant slices and pat dry with paper towels. Brush most of the salt from the eggplant with a paper towel, then transfer to a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine the flour, oregano, basil, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix well.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
  • Coat each eggplant slice in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Fry the eggplant in batches until golden brown on both sides, 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and pat dry using more paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  • Pour about 1 cup (260 g) of marinara sauce into a 2½-quart (2 L) baking dish and spread evenly to cover the bottom of the dish.
  • Add about 8 eggplant slices (it's okay if they overlap) and cover with ½ cup (130 g) of marinara. Sprinkle with a third of the fresh basil, then top with about a third of the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan. Repeat to make 2 more layers. Finish with the fresh mozzarella cheese and a final sprinkling of Parmesan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the mozzarella is bubbling and golden brown.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes, then serve garnished with fresh basil.
  • Enjoy!

MICROWAVE EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) PARMESAN



Microwave Eggplant (Aubergine) Parmesan image

This becomes a healthier dish by microwaving instead of frying the eggplant (eggplant is like a sponge and quickly soaks up the cooking oil). This recipe has good flavor but if you think you would miss not having meat, you could add some cooked ground beef (about 1/2lb) as one of the layers.

Provided by MMers

Categories     Cheese

Time 43m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 eggplant (about 1 lb)
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 3/4 cups spaghetti sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Peel eggplant.
  • Cut into 1/4 inch thick slices.
  • In shallow bowl, mix egg with milk.
  • Place bread crumbs in another shallow bowl and mix in the basil, oregano and garlic.
  • Dip eggplant slices first into the egg mixture and then into the bread crumb mixture.
  • Arrange half of the eggplant on a 10 inch microwaveable plate lined with paper towels.
  • Microwave, uncovered, on HI for about 4 minutes.
  • Repeat with remaining eggplant.
  • Spread 1/4 cup spagetti sauce in an 8 inch square microwaveable baking dish.
  • Layer half of the eggplant, half of the mozzarella and half of the remaining sauce in dish.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Microwave, covered, on HI for about 4 minutes then at 50% for 10 minutes.
  • Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.

QUICK & EASY EGGPLANT PARMESAN IN THE MICROWAVE



Quick & Easy Eggplant Parmesan in the Microwave image

This is my grandmother's recipe, I'm not sure where she got it. It only takes about 14 minutes in the microwave for a quick dinner. If you want meat you can add it to your sauce.

Provided by Chefcheryl

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 24m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium eggplant
1 (6 ounce) can low-sodium tomato paste
1 cup water
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chunky low-sodium tomatoes
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon basil
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Peel eggplant; cut into 1/8" slices. In bowl combine tomato paste, water and tomatoes. Mix well. Add oregano and basil, Spread sauce on bottom of 2-Qt casserole. Layer half of eggplant, more sauce, and half the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Finish by sprinkling Paremsan cheese on top. Cover casserole.
  • Place in microwave and cook on High 14 minutes, turning dish once after 7 minute if your microwave does not rotate. Make sure cheese has melted.
  • Serves 4.
  • To Freeze: Label casserole and freeze up to 2 months.
  • To Thaw: Thaw and place in microwave on High for 7 minutes.

MICROWAVED ITALIAN EGGPLANT



Microwaved Italian Eggplant image

If you're trying to cut back on meat, you'll appreciate this main dish from Joan Donahue of Bensalem, Pennsylvania. The microwave makes it fast to fix these crumb-topped eggplant slices.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 small eggplant, peeled
1/4 cup dried bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 cup spaghetti sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut eggplant into 3/4-in. slices. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs and oregano. Brush one side of each eggplant slice with mayonnaise. Dip mayonnaise side into crumb mixture; place crumb side up in a shallow 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. , Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Drizzle with spaghetti sauce and sprinkle with cheeses. Cook, uncovered, 1 minute longer or until sauce is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 571mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose small to medium-sized eggplants that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid eggplants with blemishes or bruises.
  • Microwave the eggplants in short intervals, checking and rotating them frequently to ensure even cooking. This will help prevent them from becoming tough or mushy.
  • If you don't have a microwave-safe baking dish, you can use a regular baking dish and cover it with plastic wrap before microwaving.
  • To make the eggplant parmesan ahead of time, you can cook the eggplant and assemble the dish up to 24 hours in advance. Store it covered in the refrigerator and bake it when you're ready to serve.
  • Feel free to experiment with different toppings. You can use different types of cheese, vegetables, and herbs to create your own unique eggplant parmesan recipe.

Conclusion:

Microwave eggplant parmesan is a quick and easy way to enjoy this classic Italian dish. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty dinner option, give microwave eggplant parmesan a try. You won't be disappointed!

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