Eggplant Milanese with Spaghetti

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Get creative with eggplant by making this Italian inspired dish!

Camille C.
Camille C.
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Easy
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11 minutes

Prep time

15 minutes

Cook time

905 cal.

Per serving

Utensils

Stovetop, Pot (small)

recipe

Pasta (spaghetti)

Step 1

In a pot of salted boiling water, add the spaghetti & cook according to the package directions, about 6-8 min.

Eggplant

Step 2

Wash & cut the eggplant into thick slices, lengthwise. Season with salt & pepper on both sides.

Egg

Step 3

In a deep dish, add the egg, salt & pepper. Whisk with a fork.

Flour (all-purpose)

Step 4

Add the flour to another plate. Coat the eggplant slices in the flour, then in the beaten egg.

Bread crumbs (plain)

Step 5

Add the breadcrumbs to a third plate, then coat the eggplant slices with the breadcrumbs.* For a thicker crust, coat them a second time in the beaten egg mixture, then in the breadcrumbs. *Check out our tips for this step

Tomato sauce (basil)

Step 6

Heat the tomato sauce according to package instructions. Drain the pasta. Add the tomato sauce & mix well. Keep warm.

Sunflower oil

Step 7

Heat about 1/2 cup of a neutral oil in a medium pan. Carefully test the oil with a small splash of breadcrumbs. When the oil starts to sizzle, add the eggplant.

Step 8

Cook the eggplant over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Flip the eggplant and let them brown for another 3-5 minutes on the other side.

Step 9

Once golden, place the eggplant on a paper towel.

Step 10

Cut the breaded eggplant into slices.

Parmesan (grated)

Step 11

Serve the breaded eggplant with the pasta in the tomato sauce and a little parmesan. Add a few basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy !

Recipe tip

For more flavor, add spices (garlic powder, herbes de Provence, smoked paprika) or some grated Parmesan, before dipping the aubergines into the breadcrumbs.

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Nutrition facts

Average estimated amount for one serving

Energy905 cal.
Fat21 g
Carbohydrates139 g
Protein38 g
Fiber12 g

Values are based on an average estimate for one serving. All nutrition information presented on Jow is intended for informational purposes only. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please consult with a health-care professional.

On average, one serving of the recipe "Eggplant Milanese with Spaghetti" contains 905 Energy, 21 g of Fat, 139 g of Carbohydrates, 38 g of Protein, 12 g of Fiber.

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