Authentic Eggplant Parmesan

Name: Authentic Eggplant Parmesan
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants; 2 cups all-purpose flour; vegetable oil (for frying, or heat your deep fryer); 6 large eggs; 2 cups Parmesan cheese (grated); 1 tbsp flat-leaf parsley (fresh, chopped, plus extra for garnish); 1 tsp Kosher salt; ½ tsp black pepper (freshly ground); 4 cups homemade marinara sauce; 3 cups mozzarella cheese (fresh, sliced, or grated)

Instructions

Prep:45minCook:1h

This authentic eggplant Parmesan is pure Italian-American comfort food in a single dish. The eggplant makes for the perfect vehicle for the gooey mozzarella cheese and homemade marinara sauce. You can make it up to 24 hours in advance and then bake just before serving!

Updated at: Thu, 21 Aug 2025 02:56:46 GMT