Brazilian recipe
Baked Gratinéed Scarlet Eggplant
Prepare a tasty baked scarlet eggplant with parmesan cheese. A practical, flavourful recipe perfect for complementing your meals.
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Ingredients
6 medium scarlet eggplants
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Grated parmesan cheese to taste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Grated parmesan cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
Scarlet eggplants, vegetables, and seasonings can be found at local municipal markets or vegetable stalls; dairy products like butter and parmesan are available at any local grocery store or supermarket.
Preparation method
- Wash the scarlet eggplants and slice them into thin rounds.
- In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion and garlic until they are golden.
- Add the chopped tomato and salt, cooking for a few more minutes.
- Crack the egg into the sautéed mixture and stir quickly to incorporate.
- Grease a baking dish with a little butter.
- Spread half of the scarlet eggplant rounds in the baking dish.
- Cover with half of the sautéed mixture.
- Sprinkle a layer of grated parmesan cheese over the top.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining eggplant and the rest of the sautéed mixture.
- Finish with an extra layer of grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and the eggplant is tender.
Observations
Baked scarlet eggplant is a traditional way to prepare the vegetable, transforming its slightly bitter flavour into a comforting and delicious dish. Layered with a savoury sauté and gratinéed with parmesan cheese, this dish is ideal for those seeking a tasty vegetarian option that is easy to make and complements any meal. This simplified version is perfect for everyday cooking, requiring few ingredients and straightforward preparation, ensuring an irresistible and aromatic final result.
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