Eggplant “Parmesan”

One of my favorite sandwiches, eggplant parm is also great with pasta and some marinara sauce. It’s quick–just slice, dunk, and bake! I’ve included the ingredients for the parm-like topping too.

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
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Eggplant “Parmesan”

Makes a great sandwich or addition to spaghetti.
Course: Main Course, Sandwich, Snack
Cuisine: Italian, Vegan
Servings: 0

Ingredients

Eggplant Parm

  • 1 eggplant
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened plant milk
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons vegan parmesan recipe below
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Vegan Parmesan

  • 3/4 cup raw cashews
  • 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • pinch cayenne
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano

Instructions

Eggplant

  • Preheat the over to 400° F. Prepare a baking sheet –lightly oiled, or silicone mat, or parchment paper.
  • Slice the eggplant, about 1/2-inch thick.
  • Mix the flour, milk, and cornstarch together in one bowl.
  • Mix the panko, parm, basil, oregano, and salt in a second bowl.
  • Dunk each slice of eggplant in the flour/milk bowl, then the breadcrumbs bowl, and place it on the baking sheet.
  • Bake 25 minutes.

Vegan Parm

  • Place all ingredients in a food processor and blitz until it's a fine meal with some nutty bits.
  • Transfer to a jar. Refrigerate to keep fresh.

Notes

For a sandwich, place 2-3 slices on a crusty roll, drizzle with warmed marinara sauce and sprinkle with extra parm. I like to add a little shredded cabbage for crunch but that’s just me!