The Eggplant Rollatini Recipe You've Been Searching For!
Dive into the heart of Italy with these vegetarian Eggplant Roll-Ups. This amazing Eggplant Rollatini Recipe evokes memories of age-old Italian recipes, every bite reveals the harmony of tender eggplant, creamy cheeses, and zesty marinara. A hint of lemon zest elevates the dish, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Ready for this taste adventure? Then, let's get cooking!
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Recipe Ingredients
- 1 or 2 Eggplants depending in the size
- 2 tablespoons Salt (to remove moisture from the Eggplant)
- 1 cup Garlic Olive Oil (or Regular Olive Oil)
- 1 pound Firm Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 pound Ricotta Cheese
- 1 Egg
- ¼ cup Sundried Tomatoes, finely chopped
- ¼ cup Parsley, finely chopped
- 1 ½ tablespoons Garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
- Marinara Sauce (for layering and serving)
- Grated Parmesan or Reggiano Parmesan (for topping)
Recipe Instructions
Preheat Oven to 400°F (205°C)
- Remove the eggplant's top and slice it lengthwise into roughly ¼-inch or 1 cm thick strips.
- Arrange the slices in a colander, season with salt, and leave for 30 to 45 minutes to remove excess moisture. Gently pat each slice with paper towels.
- Brush each slice liberally with olive oil on both sides. Spread the slices on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes. Allow to cool.
- In a sizable mixing bowl, blend the mozzarella, ricotta, egg, sundried tomatoes, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, and black pepper. Mix well.
Reduce Oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Smear Marinara Sauce thinly on the bottom of a baking tray.
- Take a cooled eggplant strip, spread a generous amount of cheese mixture on one half, then roll from the filled end.
- Position the roll seam-side down in the tray. Continue with the rest of the slices.
- Top the rolls with Mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with a baking mat or foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the mat or foil and continue to bake until an internal thermometer shows 155°F (68°C).
- Allow a few minutes of resting time post-baking.
- Bon appétit!
Pro-Tips
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