Ingredients
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For the Breaded Eggplant Slices:
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1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
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1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
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1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs (or regular if not GF)
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1/2 cup nutritional yeast
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 Salt and black pepper to taste
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1 Olive oil for frying
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For Assembly:
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1 Vegan burger buns (choose gluten-free if needed)
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1 Vegan marinara sauce
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1 Vegan mozzarella cheese slices
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1 Fresh basil leaves
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1 Baby spinach leaves
Directions
You can customize your burger with additional toppings like sautéed mushrooms or roasted red peppers for extra Italian flair!
Steps
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1
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For the Breaded Eggplant Slices: |
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In a shallow bowl, mix almond milk with a pinch of salt and black pepper. |
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In another shallow bowl, combine gluten-free breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. |
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4
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Dip each eggplant slice into the almond milk mixture, allowing excess to drip off. |
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5
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Coat the eggplant slice with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs. |
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6
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded eggplant slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy. Place them on paper towels to remove excess oil. |
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For Assembly: |
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8
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Preheat your oven's broiler. |
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9
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Place the bottom halves of the burger buns on a baking sheet. |
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10
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On each bun, spread a generous spoonful of marinara sauce. |
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Add a crispy breaded eggplant slice on top of the sauce. |
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12
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Place a vegan mozzarella cheese slice on each eggplant slice. |
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13
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Broil the buns for about 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melty and slightly golden. |
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14
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Remove from the oven and add fresh basil leaves and baby spinach leaves on top of the cheese. |
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15
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Top with the remaining bun halves. |
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16
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Serve your Italian-Inspired Vegan Eggplant Parmesan Burger with a side of extra marinara sauce for dipping, and enjoy the taste of Italy in every bite! |
