This eggplant casserole is a dish that combines layers of roasted eggplant, ground meat, and melted mozzarella cheese, creating an intense and comforting flavor experience. Inspired by Dominican cuisine, this recipe is perfect for those who enjoy homemade and nutritious flavors.
The eggplant is baked until tender, allowing it to integrate perfectly with seasoned meat and melted cheese, forming a complete and beautiful dish.
It’s a perfect option for sharing with family or on a special occasion. Additionally, the preparation is simple and requires common ingredients, so you can enjoy a delicious dish with a Latin touch in just a few steps.
Eggplant Lasagna
Ingredients
2 Eggplants sliced
1 pound of Ground pork
2 tablespoons of Olive oil
½ cup of Chopped onion
½ cup of Chopped green chili
2 Chopped garlic cloves
1 teaspoon of Dried oregano
1 teaspoon of Dried basil
½ teaspoon of Chili flakes
24 ounces of Tomato sauce
2 cups of Mozzarella cheese
½ cup of Water
1 pinch of Salt
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : The process begins by preheating the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Step 2 : Next, place the eggplant slices on a baking sheet, brush with oil, and sprinkle with some salt and pepper.
Step 3 : Bake them for about 15 minutes, or until tender and lightly golden.
Step 4 : Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the ground meat together with the onion, chili, garlic, oregano, basil, chili flakes, and remaining salt and pepper.
Step 5 : Cook until the meat is well browned.
Step 6 : Add water to the meat and let it cook for a few more minutes.
Step 7 : Then, take half a cup of the sauce and set it aside, while the rest is mixed with the meat, cooking until the sauce thickens.
Step 8 : Once the eggplant and meat are ready, assemble the lasagna by placing a layer of sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
Step 9 : Over it, alternate layers of eggplant, meat, and grated cheese.
Step 10 : Repeat these steps until the top layer is eggplant and cheese.
Step 11 : Bake again for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
Step 12 : It’s recommended to let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before serving, so the layers settle well and it’s easier to cut.
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