Follow these steps for perfect results
olive oil
tomatoes
peeled, seeded
bread crumbs
tuna fish
anchovy fillets
chopped
capers
minced
olives
finely minced
eggplant
salt
coarse
Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and remove the flesh.
Mince the eggplant pulp and sprinkle with coarse salt. Place in a colander to drain for 30 minutes.
Salt the eggplant shells and place them on a paper towel to drain.
Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet.
Add the well-drained eggplant pulp and cook until lightly browned.
Add the peeled and seeded tomatoes and cook the mixture over high heat.
Continue to cook the mixture for 2 more minutes.
Season carefully, considering the saltiness of the anchovies and capers.
Combine the cooked eggplant pulp and tomato mixture with bread crumbs, tuna fish, anchovy fillets, capers, and olives.
Fill the eggplant halves with the mixture.
Place any leftover filling in a separate covered baking dish.
Drizzle the remaining olive oil on top of the stuffed eggplants and the leftover filling.
Bake for 1 hour.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before baking.
Use high-quality olive oil for the best results.
Adjust the seasoning to your taste, especially the salt.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve the stuffed eggplant halves on a bed of fresh greens, garnished with a sprig of parsley.
Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.
Serve as a part of a Mediterranean mezze platter.
Pairs well with the Mediterranean flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Common dish in Southern Italy, utilizing seasonal vegetables.
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