CRISPY EGGPLANT AND PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES

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Crispy Eggplant and Portobello Mushroom and Cheese Sandwiches image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Vegetable oil cooking spray
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 large eggs, beaten, at room temperature
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Four 1/2-inch-thick eggplant slices (1/2 a medium eggplant)
Four 4-inch diameter portobello mushrooms, stemmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling, optional
Four 1/2- to 3/4-inch-thick slices country wheat bread, toasted or grilled
3/4 cup jarred tomato-basil sauce, such as Giada De Laurentiis for Target
8 ounces gruyere cheese, shredded
2 cups arugula

Steps:

  • Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Spray 2 heavy baking sheets with vegetable oil cooking spray or line with silicon baking mats. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, salt and pepper. Place the eggs in another medium bowl. Place the breadcrumbs in a third medium bowl. Toss the eggplant slices and mushrooms in the flour mixture to coat. Working in batches, dip the eggplant slices and mushrooms first in the eggs and then into the breadcrumbs to coat. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil, if using, and roast until brown and crisp, about 20 minutes.
  • To assemble the sandwiches, spread each slice of bread with 2 tablespoons of tomato-basil sauce. Place the mushrooms on top. Add 1/4 cup of cheese and 1/2 cup of arugula. Place the eggplant slices on top. Spoon 1 tablespoon of tomato-basil sauce on top of the eggplant. Repeat for the remaining sandwiches and serve.

Shahed Nidal
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Overall, this sandwich was a good experience. I would recommend it to others.


amagua Edafe
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This sandwich was easy to make, but it wasn't anything special.


Roman Hosan
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The eggplant was a bit too crispy for my liking, but the mushrooms were delicious.


Tomas Forkuo
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This sandwich was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more seasoning.


Sheraz Ali
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I love eggplant and mushrooms, so I knew I would like this sandwich. It did not disappoint! The eggplant was crispy and the mushrooms were tender and flavorful.


Kimm Nordman
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This sandwich was easy to make and very tasty. I used a mix of mozzarella and cheddar cheese and it was perfect.


LH hamzayt
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I made this sandwich for lunch and it was delicious! The eggplant was crispy and the mushrooms were tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Archibald Thaddeus Taylor
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian sandwich. The eggplant and mushrooms are a great combination and the cheese adds a nice touch.


Clayton Strey
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I loved this sandwich! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors was amazing.


Abby Akano
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I followed the recipe exactly and the sandwiches turned out great! The eggplant was crispy and the mushrooms were flavorful. I added a little extra cheese to mine and it was perfect.


Emma-Leigh Stocker
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This sandwich was a hit with my family! The eggplant and portobello mushrooms were cooked to perfection and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.