Best 8 No Fry Eggplant Parmesan For Two Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthier alternative to the classic eggplant parmesan? For those who love the taste of eggplant parmesan but want to avoid the extra calories and fat that come with frying, there are several fantastic no-fry recipes that offer a healthier and equally mouthwatering option. These recipes use a variety of cooking methods, such as baking, grilling, or air frying, to achieve a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a tender, succulent interior.

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RAGÚ® NO-FRYING EGGPLANT PARMESAN



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Breaded eggplant slices are baked then layered with lots of cheese and sauce for a delicious, family-favorite dinner.

Provided by RAGÚ®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Ragu®

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups plain dry bread crumbs
2 medium eggplants, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
4 large eggs, beaten with
3 tablespoons water
1 (24 ounce) jar RAGÚ® Old World Style® Traditional Sauce
½ cup reduced-fat grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place bread crumbs in medium bowl.
  • Dip eggplant slices in egg mixture, then bread crumbs. Arrange eggplant slices in single layer on lightly oiled baking sheets. Bake until eggplant is golden, about 25 minutes.
  • Evenly spread 1 cup Sauce in 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Layer ½ of the baked eggplant slices, then 1 cup Sauce and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; repeat layers. Cover with aluminum foil and bake 45 minutes.
  • Remove foil and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake uncovered until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

BAKED EGGPLANT PARMESAN



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This baked eggplant parmesan recipe is a lightened-up version of the classic eggplant parmesan for a comforting dish you can feel good about. Perfectly cooked eggplant, flavorful tomato sauce, and extra gooey cheese come together for an instant hit!

Provided by Elaine Benoit

Categories     Main

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large eggplant ((sliced in thin pieces))
2 eggs
.50 cup Italian breadcrumbs
.50 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups spaghetti sauce ((homemade or bottled))
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese ((or more), shredded)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
6 slices mozzarella ((round))
olive oil for drizzling
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley ((to sprinkle on the last layer))

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees and line jelly roll pans with parchment paper.
  • Mix in a shallow bowl, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, garlic powder and salt.
  • Whisk 2 eggs in another shallow bowl.
  • Dip eggplant first in eggs then in breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides and place on jelly roll pans.
  • Drizzle a small amount of oil on each round and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Flip rounds and drizzle more oil and cook for additional 10 minutes.
  • Take out of the oven and lower temperature to 350 degrees.
  • Cover the bottom of a baking pan, (9 x 9) or larger, with sauce and place eggplant on the sauce layer without overlapping the rounds.
  • Cover eggplant with sauce, mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese.
  • Continue layering for 2 more layers, add slices of mozzarella on top and sprinkle some dried parsley over all.
  • Bake for 35 - 40 minutes uncovered (38 minutes in my oven).
  • Serve
  • Eat
  • Enjoy

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 square, Calories 198 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Sodium 936 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g

NO-FRY EGGPLANT PARMESAN FOR TWO



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This was on the Today show a few years ago and my husband LOVED it (after whining about not getting any meat in his lasagna).

Provided by herby

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 baby eggplants
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 ounces parmigiano-reggiano cheese, shaved
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Peel and cut eggplant into 1/2 inch thick slices. Sprinkle eggplant slices with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Stack them vertically in a colander, or lay them out on paper towels to drain. If they're laid on paper towels, they should be turned once in a while. Let stand for 30 minutes and then blot dry with clean paper towels. Meanwhile, position the rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Rub 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the eggplant slices, place them on a lipped baking sheet to catch any drips, and bake for 15 minutes. Turn and bake for about 15 additional minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from the oven and set aside; reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees.
  • Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Swirl in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then add the onion (diced) and soften for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the minced garlic, oregano, basil, pepper and the remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly; then raise the heat to medium-high, pour in the tomatoes with their juice, and bring the sauce to a simmer. Cover, reduced the heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, until thickened. The dish can be made in advance up to this point. Cover the eggplant slices and the sauce and refrigerate separately for up to 24 hours; allow both to come back to room temperature before proceeding with the dish.
  • Layer the following in this order in a 6-cup casserole dish or an 8-inch square baking pan; one-third of the tomato sauce, half the eggplant slices, half the cheese slices, 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg, half of the remaining tomato sauce, the remaining eggplant slices, the remaining cheese shavings, and the remaining tomato sauce. You may have to cut the eggplant slices to make them fit in one layer, or you may have to overlap them a bit.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until thickened and bubbly. Let stand at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505, Fat 29.7, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 20.6, Sodium 2106.4, Carbohydrate 50.2, Fiber 22.6, Sugar 22.2, Protein 18.6

NO-FRY SHEET-PAN EGGPLANT PARMESAN



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Skip the messy process of frying eggplant and bake it on a sheet pan instead. The thick slices get the same crisp exterior and soft interior, but you'll use a lot less oil.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped, plus more torn leaves for serving
1 medium-large eggplant (about 1 1/2 pounds), sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Put 2 tablespoons olive oil and the garlic in a large skillet and place over medium heat. When the garlic sizzles and its edges start to brown, add the tomatoes, red pepper flakes and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil.
  • Heat an 18-by-13-inch sheet pan in the oven for at least 10 minutes while you bread the eggplant. Line up 3 shallow dishes; fill one with the flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumbs. Sprinkle both sides of the eggplant slices with salt. Dredge an eggplant slice in the flour (tapping off excess), then dip in the egg, and finally dredge it in the breadcrumbs. Repeat with the remaining eggplant.
  • When all the eggplant slices are breaded, carefully remove the heated sheet pan from the oven and brush it with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Place the eggplant on the sheet pan in a single layer. Bake until the undersides are crisp and browned, 8 to 10 minutes, then flip the slices and continue baking until they are golden on the second side, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Top the baked eggplant with the tomato sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan. Return the pan to the oven and bake, rotating halfway through, until the cheese melts and browns and the sauce is bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes. Top with torn basil before serving.

SHEET PAN EGGPLANT PANZANELLA FOR TWO



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A little bit panzanella and a little bit caponata, this vegetarian dinner for two boasts all the best Mediterranean flavors. Ciabatta, eggplant and red peppers roast at high heat until crispy and caramelized. In the meantime, you can whip up the tangy vinaigrette that ties the dish together. Bright herbs finish it all off with a fresh note.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ounces ciabatta bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 small eggplant or 1 Japanese eggplant (about 8 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small red bell pepper (about 6 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces
5 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 small red onion (about 2 ounces), thinly sliced
5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon drained capers
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, grated
One 14.5-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup packed roughly torn fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup packed roughly torn fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Toss together the bread, eggplant, red pepper, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper on a baking sheet until evenly coated. Bake until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the vegetables are softened and caramelized, 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the onions, 3 tablespoons of the vinegar, 1 teaspoon of the sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a small bowl and let sit until the onions are softened and just slightly pickled, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Whisk together the capers, Dijon, garlic, remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar and remaining 1 teaspoon sugar in a medium bowl until incorporated. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil and whisk until emulsified. Fold in the chickpeas.
  • Transfer the bread, eggplant, red peppers and onions to the bowl with the chickpeas and fold until evenly coated. Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Gently fold in the basil and mint and serve immediately.

FRIED EGGPLANT PARMESAN



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My dad made me eggplant parm one night and I thought, Hmm, I wonder if this would be good as a fried dish. Take this as a State Fair-style spin on a classically iconic Italian staple. This dish is quick and easy, and something anyone can do. You may think teens are lazy, but they'll come to life making this dish.

Provided by TeenChef99

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Vegetable Main Dish Recipes     Eggplant Parmesan Recipes

Time 23m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

canola oil for frying
2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
3 large eggs, beaten
1 eggplant, peeled and sliced
1 (13.5 ounce) jar roasted garlic flavored spaghetti sauce (such as Ragu® Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce)
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat canola oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Mix bread crumbs, flour, and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese together in a bowl. Place eggs in a small bowl.
  • Dip eggplant slices in the eggs, then the bread crumb mixture. Drop into oil a few slices at a time until breading turns golden brown, about 2 1/2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Heat spaghetti sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through, about 10 minutes. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and garlic powder.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.8 calories, Carbohydrate 73.2 g, Cholesterol 103.1 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1025.7 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

EGGPLANT PARMESAN FOR TWO (COOK'S COUNTRY)



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Recipe Notes: Using a serrated knife, slice off one side of eggplant (reserve) and cut two 3/4-inch planks from the center. 2. Cut planks in half crosswise so they'll neatly fit into the pan for frying in a single batch. 3. Chop reserved side pieces into strips, then into ½-inch cubes and set aside for building the tomato pan sauce.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1 lb) eggplant
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup olive oil, plus
3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Bread Eggplant: Cut two 3/4-inch planks lengthwise from center of eggplant, halve each plank crosswise. Cut remaining eggplant into 1/2-inch dice and set aside. Place flour in shallow dish. Beat egg in second shallow dish. Combine bread crumbs, 1/4-cup Parmesan, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in third shallow dish. One at a time, coat eggplant slices lightly with flour, dip them in egg and dredge in bread crumb mixture, pressing to adhere. Transfer to wire rack set inside rimmed baking sheet and let sit 5 minutes (or refrigerate up to 1 hour).
  • Cook Eggplant: Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 450°F Heat 1/2 cup oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook eggplant slices until lightly golden browned, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to wire rack set inside baking sheet and bake until eggplant is tender and deep golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Make Sauce: Meanwhile, pour off oil and wipe out skillet with paper towels. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in empty skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the reserved chopped eggplant and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon oil, garlic and pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes and reduce heat to medium. Simmer until eggplant is tender and sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in basil and season with salt and pepper; cover and keep warm.
  • Assemble: Combine remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan and provolone in medium bowl. Top browned eggplant slices with cheese mixture and bake until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Transfer half of sauce to platter and top with eggplant slices. Spoon remaining sauce over eggplant. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1236.2, Fat 98.7, SaturatedFat 23.7, Cholesterol 148.8, Sodium 1113.6, Carbohydrate 57.1, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 13.2, Protein 35.9

EGGPLANT PARMESAN FOR TWO



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Eggplant Parmesan for Two? Why not? It's easier than you think-and quicker too-to prepare a scaled-down version of this classic casserole.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small eggplant (1 lb.), ends trimmed, peeled
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1/2 cup chopped onions
3/4 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 cups tightly packed baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
2 tsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Cut eggplant crosswise into 8 slices; spray both sides of each slice with cooking spray. Sprinkle with oregano. Heat large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add eggplant; cook 3 to 4 min. on each side or until lightly browned on both sides. Transfer to plate; cover to keep warm.
  • Add onions to skillet; cook and stir on medium-low heat 3 min. Stir in pasta sauce; cook and stir 2 min. or until heated through. Add spinach; cook 1 min. or just until wilted, stirring frequently.
  • Arrange 4 eggplant slices in 8- or 9-inch square baking dish; cover with half the sauce. Repeat layers. Top with cheeses; cover.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 650 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 14 g

Tips:

  • To make the eggplant slices easier to bread, slice them thinly and evenly.
  • If you don't have a baking rack, you can place the eggplant slices on a greased baking sheet.
  • To prevent the eggplant from sticking to the pan, make sure the pan is hot before adding the slices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the eggplant. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Be careful not to overcook the eggplant. It should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Use a good quality marinara sauce for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil instead. Just add it to the sauce at the end of cooking.
  • Serve the eggplant Parmesan immediately after it's cooked. It's best when it's hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

This No-Fry Eggplant Parmesan for Two is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover eggplant. The eggplant is breaded and baked until golden brown, then topped with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. The result is a cheesy, flavorful dish that's sure to please everyone at the table.

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