If you are looking for the best way to cook eggplant, you are in the right place. Now, drag your mouse down for more details on how to cook eggplant easily and healthily I will instruct below here.
1. How To Cook Eggplant on Stove
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized Globe Eggplant
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher Salt
- A non-stick pan, an oil brush & a pair of tongs
Instructions
Step 1: Cut off the stem & bottom of the eggplant and discard them. Cut the eggplant into round slices about half an inch thick.
Step 2: Place the pan on the stove then pour the rest of the oil into the pan next swirl the pan to spread the oil all over and let it heat over medium flame.
Step 3: Place the eggplant slices in the pan without overlapping, and sprinkle some salt and black pepper powder on top. Turn the flame to low and fry for 4-5 minutes. Flip the disks using tongs and fry the other side for another 4-5 minutes.
Step 4: Transfer the mouthwateringly pan-fried eggplant disks to a plate using tongs. Be careful as they tend to become very soft and might break. Top them with fresh herbs, aromatic spices, cheese, or dry roasted nuts, and devour them to your heart’s content.
2. How To Cook Eggplant in Oven
Ingredients
- 1 Globe Eggplant (or 2 Japanese Eggplants)
- 2 tbsp olive Oil
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper powder
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Knife, parchment paper & oil brush
Instructions
Step 1: Set the oven to 400°F for preheating.
Step 2: Cut off the stem & bottom of the eggplant and discard them. Cut it lengthwise in half. Next, Cut diagonal lines going about an inch apart, then turn the eggplant around and cut again showing a diamond pattern
Step 3: Line the baking tray with parchment paper and put the eggplant halves skin-side down and flesh-side up. In a bowl, add olive oil, salt, and black pepper powder then mix well. Next, brush the oil mixture on the flesh side of both the eggplant halves. Finally, sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top.
Step 5: Place the baking tray in the oven and roast the eggplant for 30-35 minutes. You can use a fork to poke through the eggplant slice, and if the fork passes quickly, the eggplant is cooked. Before serving, let the eggplants cool for a few minutes.
3. How To Cook Eggplant in Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 globe eggplant
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper powder
Instructions
Step 1: First, slice the eggplant into round slices then brush them with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.
Step 2: Preheat your air fryer to 390 ° F
Step 3: Put the seasoned eggplant round slices into the air fryer basket. In a single layer, without overlapping.
Step 4: Air fry for 8 minutes, after the first 4 minutes flip eggplant slices over
Step 5: Finally, transfer your eggplant slices to a plate and serve.
Now you know how to cook eggplant properly. I hope after reading this article you can successfully apply what I have instructed above. Good luck and have a delicious meal.