Eggplant Casserole(Argentina)

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Argentine

A hearty Argentine eggplant casserole layered with cheese and topped with tomato and catsup, offering savory and slightly sweet flavors perfect for vegetarian or family meals.

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium-large eggplant
  • 3 Tbsp. oil
  • 1 large onion
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed garlic
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 2 large tomatoes
  • grated cheese

Instructions

  1. Peel the eggplant, slice it, and place in a pan with a lid with oil, sliced onion, crushed garlic, salt, pepper, and sugar.
  2. Cook over medium heat, covered, until the eggplant changes color, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  3. Peel and chop the tomatoes and set aside.
  4. In a casserole, layer the cooked eggplant slices, a layer of grated cheese, and 1 tablespoon of chopped tomato.
  5. Repeat layers as desired, ending with a layer of cheese on top.
  6. Spread catsup over the top layer of cheese.
  7. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 1 hour until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

500 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.4g 17% DV
Total Fat 36.4g 47% DV
Carbs 37.7g 14% DV
Fiber 3.2g 11% DV
Sugar 11.1g 22% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10557.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 330mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 9mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 58.3mcg 6% DV
Vitamin C 17.8mg 20% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 175mg 13% DV
Iron 1.7mg 9% DV
Contains Milk

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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