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italian sauteed eggplant

Italian sauteed eggplant

The Bella Vita
This easy Italian sauteed eggplant recipe combines eggplant with fresh tomato for a flavorful side dish. Ready in less than 20 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Additional Time For Purge Eggplant 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2
Calories 454 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium eggplants
  • Kosher salt
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Start by cutting the eggplants. 
  • After washing and drying them, remove the ends and cut them into slices then reduce each slice obtained into chunks about an inch and of the same size. 
  • Place the eggplants in a colander, then sprinkle them with coarse salt and hold them flattened with another plate.
  • Place a weight over the plate so that the vegetables are held firm. Leave them for at least half an hour, then wash them under running water and dry them with a clean towel or paper towels.
  • In a nonstick skillet, we sauté the garlic with a little olive oil; when the garlic has browned, add the eggplant and cook over medium heat for about 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the eggplant, which will have already turned a nice golden color.
  • Add a little salt if needed and black pepper.
  • Let it cook for another 4 to 5 minutes, until the cherry tomatoes have softened.
  • Turn off the heat, add chopped parsley and serve.
Keyword Italian sauteed eggplant, sauteed eggplant
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