Eggplant is very underrated. If eaten raw, it’s bitter. But once it’s baked or fried, eggplant has a mild taste with a creamy texture. It’s the perfect base for a recipe because it takes on the flavor of other ingredients. A great option for a vegetarian dinner, eggplant can be used in many different ways. While delicious, it’s not just for eggplant parmesan. From burgers to chili, fritters to stir-fry, these 12 eggplant recipes are really simple to prepare and delectable. After making any of these dishes, we think an eggplant dinner will end up on your weekly menu.
Eggplant Rollatini
"This is a great recipe for eggplant lovers!! Alternatively, veal, chicken, or fish may be used in place of the eggplant." - Linda
Eggplant Parmesan
"Eggplant Parmesan is an Italian favorite and this version is restaurant quality. It's double dipped in Italian bread crumbs and Panko crumbs which creates a super crispy coating. Served over spaghetti that's lightly sauced and with sweet peas is wonderful." - The Kitchen Crew
Eggplant Pizzas
"Mini pizzas made on eggplant slices that are tasty, easy to make and kid friendly!" - Kevin
Stuffed Eggplant Italiano
"My mother made this on occasion as a pleasant alternative to breaded eggplant. Back in the 1960s when I was growing up in Pennsylvania Dutch country, this was rather a "gourmet" vegetable recipe! I've added a few of my special touches to this recipe to make it more up-to-date." - Susan
Spicy Stewed Eggplant
"I have set a personal goal to add more vegetables to my diet. I have never cooked eggplant before and wanted to try something with it. I looked in my cupboards/fridge and this yummy dish is what I came up with. I'll be making this a regular edition to my meal planning." - Jeanne
Mushroom and Eggplant Veggie Burgers
"Tasty burgers made with mushrooms, eggplant, chickpeas, barley and cashews that are just packed with flavour and have an amazing texture." - Kevin
Garden Chicken Stir-Fry
"I had some eggplant and zucchini fresh-picked from the garden and just had to cook it. This is what I came up with. My chef daughter was impressed and ate heartily." - Glenda
Redneck Ratatouille
"Ever see the movie, Ratatouille? Found a recipe for it but I didn't have some of the ingredients, so I came up with my version. This time of year is wonderful because of the abundance of these veggies." - Paula
Baked Stuffed Eggplant Parmesan
"I've been making stuffed eggplant for years. This time around I decided to make it into a stuffed Eggplant Parmesan." - Nor
Eggplant Fritters
"This is a huge family favorite. My mom used to make these for my siblings and me when we returned home from school as an after school snack. We also had them for breakfast or served as a side to smothered potatoes. Heck, they are so good, you just want to eat them any old time." - Debora
Texas Style Eggplant Chili
"No chili powder in my chili. My daughter Kathy gave me the idea to use eggplant in my chili instead of meat. No one that tastes it can believe no meat." - Barbara