Sesame Eggplant Aubergine Recipe

Crispy oven-fried eggplant slices coated in a savory sesame seed crust! This irresistible recipe is perfect as a side dish or appetizer. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 39 mins

Calories 19.5 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sesame Eggplant Aubergine

Saltine Crumbs
Parmesan Cheese
¼ cup sesame seeds
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 large eggplant, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
Mayonnaise

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How to Make Sesame Eggplant Aubergine

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup cracker crumbs, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ¼ cup sesame seeds, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
Spread mayonnaise thinly on both sides of each eggplant slice.
Dredge eggplant slices in the crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Cut each coated eggplant slice into 4 triangles.
Arrange eggplant triangles in a single layer on a baking sheet lightly greased with cooking spray.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown.
Flip the triangles and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sesame Eggplant Aubergine?

Sesame Eggplant Aubergine takes about 54 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 39 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sesame Eggplant Aubergine?

Sesame Eggplant Aubergine has approximately 19.5 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sesame Eggplant Aubergine?

The key ingredients for Sesame Eggplant Aubergine are Saltine Crumbs, Parmesan Cheese, Sesame Seeds, Pepper, Eggplant, Mayonnaise. See the full list with measurements above.