Best 5 Special Eggplant Subs Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a dish that captivates taste buds and leaves an indelible mark on the culinary landscape: special eggplant subs. These delectable creations combine the smoky allure of roasted eggplant, the rich tang of marinara sauce, the gooey decadence of melted cheese, and the crisp, crusty embrace of sub rolls, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport you to gastronomic bliss. This article aims to guide you through the secrets and techniques of crafting the perfect special eggplant sub, ensuring that you can consistently recreate this culinary masterpiece in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this exploration into the world of special eggplant subs promises to transform your mealtimes into extraordinary events.

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SPECIAL EGGPLANT SUBS



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The idea for this unique sandwich was inspired by a light eggplant dish I made for hot summer evenings. I decided to use the golden eggplant slices as a base for sandwiches. My family goes wild for the delicious combination of toppings. -Marie Maffucci, New Rochelle, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 medium eggplant, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
4 submarine sandwich buns (10 inches), split
Leaf lettuce
1 jar (7-1/4 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
Italian or vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. Place bread crumbs in another bowl. Dip eggplant slices into egg, then coat with crumbs. Place on a greased baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until crispy. Cool. On the bottom of each bun, layer with lettuce, eggplant, red peppers, cheese, tomatoes and olives. Drizzle with salad dressing; replace bun tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 770 calories, Fat 25g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 150mg cholesterol, Sodium 1569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 102g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CLASSIC ITALIAN SUB WITH ROASTED EGGPLANT



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 eggplant, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch slices
Homemade Italian Dressing, recipe follows
4 crusty hoagie rolls, cut in half lengthwise
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into thin slices
1 pound genoa salami, thinly sliced
8 ounces hot capicola, thinly sliced
8 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced
1 pound mortadella, thinly sliced
1/4 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 medium yellow tomato, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 shallot, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Lay the eggplant slices on a baking sheet in a single layer and brush liberally with the Homemade Italian Dressing. Roast in the oven until cooked through and golden, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Build the sandwich on the rolls with the mozzarella first, then the salami, capicola, prosciutto, mortadella, roasted eggplant and top with the lettuce, tomato and a generous drizzle of the Homemade Italian Dressing. Serve while blasting Louis Prima.
  • Place the vinegar, mustard, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic and shallots in a blender or food processor. While the machine is running, slowly drizzle the olive oil through the blender top or feed tube until the dressing is combined and emulsified. Adjust the seasoning if necessary; add more oil if you want it less acidic. Store the dressing up to 2 weeks in the fridge.

SUPER EGGPLANT SUBS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 37m

Yield 4 super submarine sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
2 large cloves cracked garlic, 2 cloves chopped garlic
2 medium eggplant, firm
Coarse salt and black pepper
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 (28-ounce) can chopped fire roasted tomatoes (recommended: Muir Glen)
1 small (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
4 sub rolls, split
1 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced or torn
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 pound smoked mozzarella, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Heat a small pan with extra-virgin olive oil and cracked garlic in it over medium low flame. Trim ends of eggplants and remove a sliver of the skin off of 1 side, so the eggplant sits flat for you to slice it. Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange the eggplant on cookie sheets. When garlic sizzles in oil, using a pastry brush, brush both sides of sliced eggplant. Season eggplant with salt and pepper and roast in hot oven 15 minutes or until tender. Turn eggplant once.
  • Take a couple of tablespoons of remaining extra-virgin olive oil and place in a second pan, a medium skillet, over medium high heat. To hot garlic oil, add remaining chopped garlic and red onions. Saute the red onions and garlic 2 to 3 minutes then add chopped fire roasted tomatoes and tomato sauce then season with salt and pepper. Lower heat and allow sauce to thicken.
  • Remove eggplant from the oven. Get split sub rolls ready to fill, arranging the split rolls on a broiler pan. Preheat broiler to melt cheese on subs. Pile layers of cooked eggplant, roasted tomato sauce and torn basil into sub rolls, equally dividing ingredients. Top subs with grated cheese and smoked mozzarella cheese. Melt cheeses under the broiler. Serve subs hot.

ROASTED EGGPLANT SUBS



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These easy sandwiches are perfect for quick weeknight dinners--especially meatless Mondays!

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 Reynolds® Oven Bag, large size
Reynolds® Parchment Paper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 (1 pound) eggplant, quartered and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
4 whole wheat Italian-style rolls, split
4 ounces reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled
2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
½ cup sliced roasted red pepper
1 cup baby romaine lettuce or mixed greens

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Do not exceed 400 degrees F. Add flour to a Reynolds® Large Oven Bag. Shake. Place bag in a roasting pan at least 2 inches deep.
  • Drizzle eggplant with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place eggplant and red onion in bag. Close bag with tie (found inside package). Cut six 1/2 -inch slits in top of bag to allow steam to escape. Tuck ends of bag in pan.
  • Place pan in oven, allowing room for bag to expand during cooking without touching heating elements, wall, or racks. Bag should not hang over pan.
  • Roast about 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Line a baking sheet with Reynolds® Parchment Paper. Place rolls on the prepared baking sheet with cut sides up. In a small bowl, mix feta and cream cheese together. Spread cheese mixture on cut sides of roll tops. Bake in the oven for the last 5 minutes of roasting.
  • Remove rolls and eggplant from oven. To serve, carefully cut open top of oven bag. Remember: Always support bag with pan. Place eggplant and onion on roll bottoms. Top with red peppers and romaine. Close sandwiches with the cheese-topped halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1146.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

SPECIAL EGGPLANT SUBS



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Make and share this Special Eggplant Subs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kelly

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 medium eggplant, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
4 submarine sandwich buns
1 (7 1/4 ounce) roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
8 slices mozzarella cheese
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can ripe olives, sliced and drained
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing
8 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. Place the bread crumbs in another bowl. Dip eggplant slices into egg and then coat with bread crumbs. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes or until crispy. Cool.
  • On the bottom of each bun, layer lettuce, eggplant, red peppers, cheese, tomatoes and olives.
  • Sprinkle with salad dressing and replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681.6, Fat 37.2, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 151.4, Sodium 2608.9, Carbohydrate 62.7, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 15.1, Protein 27

Tips:

  • Choose the right eggplant: Select eggplants that are firm and heavy for their size. Avoid those that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Prepare the eggplant properly: To prevent bitterness, slice the eggplant and sprinkle it with salt. Let it sit for 30 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: Eggplant can be grilled, roasted, fried, or sautéed. Each method will give the eggplant a different flavor and texture.
  • Add flavorings and spices: Eggplant has a mild flavor, so it can be easily paired with a variety of flavorings and spices. Try using garlic, onion, herbs, and spices like cumin, paprika, or chili powder.
  • Don't overcook the eggplant: Eggplant can become mushy if it is overcooked. Cook it until it is tender, but still has a slight bite to it.

Conclusion:

Eggplant is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and it is also low in calories. With its mild flavor and ability to absorb other flavors, eggplant is a great choice for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

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