Best Ever Fried Eggplant

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Italian

Crispy and flavorful fried eggplant slices coated in a savory mayonnaise and Parmesan mixture. Baked to perfection, this dish offers a delightful combination of creamy, crunchy textures with Italian-inspired seasonings. Perfect as an appetizer or side for family dinners or gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon instant minced onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup dried fine bread crumbs
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 eggplant

Instructions

  1. Peel the eggplant and cut into 1/2-inch slices.
  2. Combine mayonnaise, minced onion, and salt in a small bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine dried bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Coat each eggplant slice in the mayonnaise mixture, then in the crumb mixture.
  5. Place the coated eggplant slices in a single layer on a cookie sheet.
  6. Bake at 425°F for 15 to 17 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Serve hot.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

441 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 14.6g 29% DV
Total Fat 25.7g 33% DV
Carbs 38.6g 14% DV
Fiber 2.3g 8% DV
Sugar 4.1g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10433.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 266mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 10.5mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 0.7mg 1% DV
Calcium 262.8mg 20% DV
Iron 3mg 17% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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