Preparation Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
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1 large eggplant
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2 teaspoons Perfeito All-Purpose Seasoning
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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2 beaten eggs
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1 cup bread crumbs
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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1 1/2 cups tomato puree
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1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
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Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
1. Prepare the Eggplant
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Slice the eggplant lengthwise into thin slices and season with Perfeito.
2. Bread the Eggplant
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Dip each eggplant slice in flour, then beaten eggs, and finally coat with bread crumbs.
3. Fry the Eggplant
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Heat vegetable oil in a thick-bottomed skillet.
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Fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides.
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Place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
4. Assemble the Dish
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Spread half of the tomato puree in a baking dish.
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Arrange the fried eggplant slices over the puree.
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Top with mozzarella cheese.
5. Bake and Finish
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Cover with the remaining tomato puree and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 392°F for 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.
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Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serving Suggestion
Serve as an appetizer with rustic bread for a perfect Italian-inspired meal