Baked eggplants, a light and tasty side dish

Name: Baked eggplants, a light and tasty side dish
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant; Extra-virgin olive oil; Breadcrumbs; Black pepper; Dried oregano

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Side dish

Very Easy

25 min

197 Kcal

In fact, there's always an eggplant lurking in our fridge, sometimes forgotten for a few weeks (poor thing!). Well, this fantastic vegetable always comes to our rescue, because it's so versatile that it can be used for any preparation (starters, side dishes, first courses and aperitifs). Today, we're featuring baked eggplants with breadcrumbs, a very simple and fragrant side dish that will pair perfectly with your meat or fish dishes. The outside is slightly crispy thanks to the use of breadcrumbs, while the inside is fluffy: a quick and light recipe that you can also offer at a vegan dinner party. Give it a try!

Ingredients

1 medium eggplant
Extra-virgin olive oil
Breadcrumbs
Black pepper
Dried oregano

Estimated cost: 0.66€ (0.33€/serving)

Materials

Kitchen brush
Oven tray
Baking paper
Bowl

Preparation

Preparation5 min

Cook time20 min

Wash and dry the eggplants. Then cut them into slices about half a centimetre thick.
Preheat oven to 370°F/190°C.
Line a baking tray with baking paper and place the slices of eggplant on top.
Now pour the oil into a small bowl and add a generous amount of dried oregano, then stir.
Use the oil and oregano mixture to brush all the eggplant slices on the baking sheet.
Now sprinkle each eggplant slice with breadcrumbs, then using a finger, try to spread them evenly over the entire surface (the layer of breadcrumbs should be compact and not too thick). Season with salt and pepper, then bake for 20/25 minutes at 370°F/190°C.
The eggplants are ready. You can use them to accompany your meat or fish dishes.

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FAQ ❓

Can you store baked eggplants?

Yes, they can be stored in the refrigerator on a plate covered with cling film or in an airtight tin for up to two days. We recommend reheating them in the oven before eating.

Can I freeze baked eggplants?

Better not. We recommend that you prepare them on the spot, as the recipe is very quick.

How should I cut the eggplants for cooking?

We've decided to cut them into rounds, but you can also cut them lengthwise. They should be neither too thin nor too thick.

What ingredients can I add to baked eggplants?

You can add grated cheese (such as Parmesan) to make them even tastier, or garlic powder for flavor.

What to serve with baked eggplants?

You can use this dish to accompany any main course, or serve it as an appetizer.

Can I use other vegetables instead of eggplants?

Of course you can. Following the same recipe, you can opt for zucchinis, carrots or even potatoes (if you use potatoes, the cooking time may be longer).