For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of your favorite Italian seasoning to the eggplant mixture. These eggplant balls are also delicious when served with marinara sauce or pesto. To make them vegan, substitute the eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water per egg) and use a vegan Parmesan cheese alternative.
Aunt Mary's Eggplant Balls
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS879
Delight in these savory eggplant balls, a versatile vegetarian alternative to traditional meatballs. Perfect as a hearty main course or a delightful appetizer, these orbs of goodness are sure to please.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate16 g
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Cholesterol54 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium257 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat12 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 0 mins Gather all your ingredients and prepare your workspace.
02 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (approximately 1 minute).
03 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Stir in cubed eggplant and water. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and steam until the eggplant is soft (approximately 20 minutes).
04 Step
Recipe View 7 mins Transfer the eggplant mixture to a large bowl and allow it to cool slightly (5 to 10 minutes).
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Add chopped fresh parsley, dry bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and beaten eggs to the cooled eggplant. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or your hands until well combined and the mixture can be easily rolled into balls. Add more bread crumbs if needed to achieve the right consistency. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
06 Step
Recipe View 0 mins Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
07 Step
Recipe View 0 mins Roll the chilled eggplant mixture into 18 evenly sized balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
08 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Ryleigh Wyman
Jan 26, 2024I added some Italian sausage to the mix for extra flavor, and it was a hit!
Keith Pacocha
Aug 16, 2023The texture was perfect, and they browned up beautifully in the oven. Will definitely make again!
Jayne Stark
Jan 23, 2023These were surprisingly good! My kids didn't even realize they were eating eggplant.