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What to cook with eggplant

Quick answer: With eggplant you can make Garlic soy eggplant (25 min), Baked eggplant parmesan (quick) (45 min), Eggplant tomato pasta (30 min).

Eggplant turns silky when cooked through. It needs enough oil and heat, so don't undercook it.

Updated 2026-10-07

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Garlic soy eggplant: with eggplant in ~25 minutes

~25 min

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You'll also need: garlic, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, rice

  1. Cut eggplant into batons and pan-fry until soft and browned.
  2. Add garlic, soy sauce, a little sugar and vinegar.
  3. Toss until glossy and serve over rice.
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Baked eggplant parmesan (quick): with eggplant in ~45 minutes

~45 min

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You'll also need: tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, olive oil

  1. Slice eggplant, brush with oil and roast at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes.
  2. Layer with tomato sauce and cheese in a baking dish.
  3. Bake 20 minutes until bubbling.
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Eggplant tomato pasta: with eggplant in ~30 minutes

~30 min

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You'll also need: pasta, 1 can tomatoes, garlic, basil

  1. Brown diced eggplant in olive oil.
  2. Add garlic and tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes.
  3. Toss with pasta and basil.
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Goes well with: garlic, tomatoes, soy sauce, rice, cheese, pasta

Tip: Roasting uses less oil than pan-frying; eggplant soaks up oil in a pan faster than you expect.

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Cooking ideas, not nutrition or medical advice. Check allergens and cook meat and eggs to safe temperatures.