Here’s a delicious eggplant pizzaiola recipe for you:
Eggplant Pizzaiola
Ingredients:
- 2 large eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Eggplant:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the eggplant is tender and golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Make the Pizzaiola Sauce:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, then add the dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of the pizzaiola sauce on the bottom. Arrange a layer of roasted eggplant slices over the sauce.
- Spoon more sauce over the eggplant, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and some of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers until all the eggplant and sauce are used, finishing with a layer of sauce and a generous topping of mozzarella cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Enjoy your delicious eggplant pizzaiola!
