Why are Grilled Eggplant Steaks so good
They really are. These Grilled or Roasted Eggplant Steaks are prepared super quick, which makes them the perfect midweek healthy lunch or dinner. They are grilled on the stove, but you can use an outdoor (or indoor) grill as well. Top grilled eggplants with homemade tomato sauce, some Gremolata sauce, and Mozzarella cheese. The finished dish is incredibly full of flavor, aromatic and truly celebrates delicious summer produce. We especially love it because:
- it's made in less than 30 minutes
- can be grilled on a stove or in a grill
- can be served as a main dish, side dish or appetizer
- makes for a light and healthy dinner
- fresh, light, juicy
- melt-in-your-mouth delicious
- topped with a generous amount of cheese
- low-carb and keto
- gluten-free and vegetarian
Ingredients
There aren't many ingredients needed for this recipe which actually makes it perfect for hot summer days.
Tomatoes - If you have delicious, juicy tomatoes, definitely make homemade tomato sauce. It makes this dish so much better than if you are using store-bought tomato sauce + it's made in just 10 minutes, so no excuses.
Gremolata sauce - Gremolata is an Italian cold sauce traditionally made of garlic, parsley and lemon zest. It adds a much-needed acidity to this dish and it takes it to another level. So good.
Eggplants - Use fresh eggplants (or aubergines). It's important to cut the eggplants as even as possible for easier grilling.
Mozzarella - Mozzarella cheese melts perfectly and it's so good in this recipe. You can use other cheeses that melt well as well.
How to grill eggplant on stove
First we need to prepare the eggplants. Cut the eggplants on about 2 cm or 1-inch thick steaks. Season with salt, pepper, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Transfer the steaks to a smoking hot grill pan (you don't need to use any oil), Grill for about 2 minutes on each side. Top with the tomato sauce, Gremolata sauce, and cheese. Serve.
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METHOD
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Homemade tomato sauce
Place a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, diced onion, and diced garlic. Cook for about 2 - 3 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and season with salt, pepper, and vinegar. Cook for another 10 - 15 minutes or until the sauce is thick and tomatoes are cooked.
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Grill the eggplants
Place a grill pan over high heat (or use an outdoor grill). Cut the eggplants on about 2 cm or 1-inch thick steaks. Season with salt, pepper, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Transfer the steaks to a smoking hot grill pan (you don't need to use any oil), Grill for about 2 - 4 minutes on each side, depending on the size.
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Grilled Eggplant Steaks with Mozzarella Cheese and Tomato Sauce
Top each grilled eggplant steak with 1 or 2 tablespoons of your homemade tomato sauce and about one teaspoon of the Gremolata sauce. To finish it off, place a slice of Mozzarella cheese on each steak. Cover with a lid and cook until the Mozzarella cheese has melted, for approximately 3 - 4 minutes. Serve immediately. Optionally sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, chopped walnuts or drizzle with Gremolata sauce. Enjoy.
