Honor in-season eggplants by quickly sauteing them until tender with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan.

You dont need to salt and drain the eggplants!

Since eggplant is such a sponge, I wanted to see how little oil I could use.

Sautéed Eggplant with Garlic and Parmesan in a Skillet

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This eggplant side dish is a summer stand-by for me.

Keep in mind that some of them might be too bitter for this specific preparation.

Use it to makeEggplant Parminstead.

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Globe eggplants are widely sold in grocery stores.

It is long, bell-shaped, and dark purple.

Thats what I used for this recipe.

Sautéed Eggplant with Garlic and Parmesan on a Platter

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All of these are delicious and I’d recommend trying out the recipe with them.

Serving Suggestions

This is an umami-rich side dish forpork chops,lamb chops, orroast chicken.

Want to keep it super easy?

Eggplant Sautéed in Skillet for Eggplant with Garlic and Parmesan Recipe

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Try pairing it with Italian sausages cooked in a skillet, hearty country bread, anda simple green salad.

They are an absolute revelation.

If you stir too often or too aggressively the eggplant will break down into a puree.

Sautéed Eggplant with Garlic and Parmesan in a Skillet on a Stove

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You want the eggplant to hold its shape as much as possible.

Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, 45 to 60 seconds.

Remove the skillet from the heat.

Parmesan and Herbs Added to Sautéed Eggplant with Garlic

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Stir in the Parmesan, chopped parsley, and salt.

Taste, and adjust seasoning with more salt and black pepper.

Bon appetit, yall!

Sautéed Eggplant with Garlic and Parmesan in a Skillet

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Leftovers will keep in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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