Ingredients

How to make it

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut eggplants crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Place on layers of paper towels. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt; let stand 30 minutes. Brush 2 large baking sheets with oil. Pat eggplant dry; arrange in single layer on prepared sheets. Brush lightly with oil. Bake until eggplant is tender and dry, about 1 hour. Cool slightly; chop coarsely.
  • Whisk 1 egg, grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, parsley, thyme, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in medium bowl. Stir in chopped eggplant (mixture will be soft). Spread 1 cup breadcrumbs on plate. Whisk 1 egg and flour in another bowl. Press and shape eggplant mixture into 1 1/4 -inch-diameter balls. Press 1 piece smoked mozzarella into center of each ball, making sure eggplant mixture covers cheese. Dip balls, 1 at a time, into egg batter; roll in breadcrumbs to coat.
  • Pour enough oil into large skillet to reach depth of 1/4 inch; heat over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add balls to skillet; sauté until browned, turning often, about 4 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt and serve.

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    " It was excellent "
    mrsc543 ate it and said...
    I don't know how I missed this one since I'm an eggplant lover, too! Saved and I will be making it soon. Five from me.
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    " It was excellent "
    juels ate it and said...
    Love eggplant and this recipe sounds so good with that smoked mozzarella filling! High 5 from me!
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    " It was excellent "
    gagagrits ate it and said...
    What an easy recipe, and just bursting with flavor, love that eggplant!
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    " It was excellent "
    notyourmomma ate it and said...
    Great picture, wonderful recipe!! Wonderful.
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    " It was excellent "
    jett2whit ate it and said...
    Mmmm I bet these are so good. The picture looks yummy.
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    " It was excellent "
    crabhappychick ate it and said...
    Love eggplant! These would be easy to make gf by just using gf breadcrumbs....will save this one for summer! Now I just have to remember.......
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