Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

This eggplant parmesan recipe transforms simple ingredients into a crispy, cheesy, restaurant-style classic. With easy techniques and rich homemade flavor, it's the perfect comfort food for a satisfying family dinner.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 480

Ingredients

2 large eggplants (about 2 lbs), sliced into ¼-inch rounds
2 tsp kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, beaten
2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
1 cup neutral oil, for frying (plus more as needed)
3 cups marinara sauce (homemade or a good jarred one)
16 oz low-moisture mozzarella, shredded
8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn