Follow these steps for perfect results
eggplant
thinly sliced
olive oil
garlic
minced
tomato sauce
pasta
Parmesan
grated
Thinly slice the eggplant.
Heat olive oil in a frying pan.
Fry the eggplant slices in batches until golden brown.
Place the fried eggplant slices on paper towels to drain excess oil.
In the same pan, sauté garlic in the remaining olive oil until fragrant.
Add tomato sauce to the pan.
Simmer the sauce for a few minutes.
Add the fried eggplant to the sauce.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
Drain the pasta.
Pour the eggplant and tomato sauce over the pasta.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Use high-quality tomato sauce for best flavor.
Don't overcrowd the pan when frying eggplant.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Sauce can be made ahead of time.
Serve in a shallow bowl, garnished with fresh basil.
Serve with a side of crusty bread.
Add a green salad for a complete meal.
A classic Italian pairing.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A classic dish representing Sicilian cuisine.
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