Italian Stuffed Aubergines

Thin aubergine slices rolled with a flavorful tomato, onion, caper, and anchovy filling, topped with mozzarella and parmesan breadcrumbs.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 542.8 kcals 1085.6 kcals
Carbohydrates 18.4 grams 36.8 grams
Fat 39.1 grams 78.2 grams
Protein 29.2 grams 58.4 grams
Cook Time
40 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
15
ml
Capers
small, drained
Dairy
150
g
Mozzarella
drained and diced
10
ml
Parmesan
freshly grated
GrainsCereals
22.5
ml
Breadcrumbs
fine and fresh
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
crushed
15
ml
Basil Leaves
fresh, torn
8
piece
Basil Leaves
lightly oiled for garnish
1
1
Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
30
ml
Olive Oil
for brushing and frying
Seafood
6
piece
Vegetables
375
g
Aubergine
approximately 350-400g
3
piece
Tomatoes
ripe, skinned, seeded and diced
1
piece
Onion
finely chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Slice the aubergine lengthways into 8 thin slices about 5mm thick, reserving trimmings for filling.
  • Arrange aubergine slices on an oiled baking sheet, brush with oil, season, and pre-cook for 15 minutes.
  • Skin, seed, and dice the tomatoes into 5mm pieces.
  • Fry the onion, aubergine trimmings, and garlic in one tablespoon of oil for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes, torn basil, and tomato paste and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Season the mixture, stir in anchovies and capers, then remove from heat to cool.
  • Spread diced mozzarella and the stuffing mixture onto each aubergine slice.
  • Roll the slices tightly and place them seam-side down in an oiled baking dish.
  • Brush rolls with oil, top with a mixture of breadcrumbs and parmesan, and add a basil leaf.
  • Bake at 180°C for 20 minutes and serve immediately.