Eggplant is a stunningly versatile vegetable. With a mild flavour and tender flesh it works well with a whole range of cuisines – from Italian to Persian.
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Haloumi schnitzel sandwiches
Satisfy hungry tummies with these tasty schnitzel sandwiches for vegetarians.
Curried sausage and vegetable tray bake
Minimal effort for maximum reward.
Ratatouille bake with cauliflower bechamel
A marvellous meat-free comfort dish.
Cheesy eggplant and lentil bake
Rich, cheesy and delicious.
Romesco sauce with eggplant and zucchini
Traditionally served with fish, this tomato and capsicum based sauce works wonderfully with chargrilled zucchini’s and eggplant.
Cheesy vegetable pasta bake
This classic combination serves as the ideal dish for a family celebration and weeknight dinner.
Lamb ragù moussaka
Rich and comforting.
Lamb and eggplant pies
These low-carb Middle Eastern-style pies are topped with fetta and filo pastry for a tasty midweek meal but good enough for a special occasion too. Looking for more low carb meals or savoury pie recipes? Cover fillo pastry sheets with a damp tea towel to prevent them from drying out while not using. Note
Spiced paneer and eggplant pakora
Spicy, crispy and somehow succulent all at once, these paneer and eggplant pakora with coconut and mint chutney make an unusual and delicious platter of nibbles for a party. Looking for more Indian recipes? Roast the eggplant and make the coconut mint chutney in the morning. Refrigerate in separate airtight containers until needed. Note
Eggplant parmigiana
Our favourite Italian vegetarian bake.
Harissa eggplant skillet lasagne
Spice things up.
Greek-style baked eggplant
Packed with flavour.
Roast vegetable and pesto vegan lasagne
All the flavour of the original without any meat or dairy.
Miso eggplant and noodle salad
A quick and tasty lunch.
Baba ghanoush
This rich eggplant dip is a party favourite, serve baba ghanoush as part of a platter of dips.
Classic moussaka
Excellent comfort food.
Pork parmigiana bake
Deliciously easy!
Lamb shanks and eggplant stew
Nourish your family with this delicious lamb shank and eggplant stew.
Lamb and baby eggplant curry with cashew and coconut
A rich, fragrant lamb and baby eggplant curry with cashew and coconut.
Eggplant ma po tofu
Feed the family with this eggplant ma po tofu – tasty, wholesome and full of authentic Asian flavours!
Eggplant and mushroom pasta pot pie
Give an Italian twist to the classic Australian pie with this filling vegetarian pasta pot pie.
Tian of vegetables with herbs and parmesan
Vegetable tian is a delicious side dish year-round. It’s healthy, easy to make, and so pretty to look at.
Falafel with eggplant puree & tomato salsa
Crunchy falafel contrast beautifully with creamy eggplant puree & fresh tomato salsa. You could even make your own falafel if you prefer.
Roasted eggplant with spiced lamb
Silky eggplant and crunchy cauliflower topped with spiced minced lamb – delish! This dish is a stand out winner for a quick and easy midweek dinner. And it’s great for diabetics.
Eggplant, kale and lentil salad
This delicious salad is packed full of flavour and textures, proving that healthy lunches don’t have to taste boring. You’ll love the combination of flavours and sweet pomegranate dressing.
Walnut and miso filled eggplant with radish salad
Nourish yourself with this wholesome and delicious walnut and miso filled eggplant with radish salad. A perfectly balanced vegetarian dish full of goodness.
Baked eggplant
Wholesome, hearty whole baked eggplants – a healthy yet delicious option for dinner tonight!
Stir-fried eggplant, tofu and mushrooms
Feed the family with this fresh wholesome stir-fried eggplant, tofu and mushrooms – super quick and simple, and loaded with delicious Asian flavour!
Eggplant crisps
Few people can resist the temptation of freshly cooked vegetable crisps. While potato is the commonly chosen option, consider the humble eggplant. You’ll be surprised how tasty these crispy morsels can be.
Eggplant spread
Can be made two days ahead; keep, covered, in the refrigerator. Note
Stuffed eggplants
These succulent, tasty and filling stuffed eggplant halves are a great way of using up leftover bolognese sauce.
Moussaka stack with lemon-yoghurt dressing
Like a deconstructed version of the classic Greek dish, these moussaka stacks with lemon-yoghurt dressing are lighter than the original, and just as tasty.
Crisp parmesan chicken with eggplant salad
Panko breadcrumbs can be found in the Asian section of most supermarkets. You can use packaged or fresh breadcrumbs in this recipe, if you like. Note
Beef and eggplant tagine
Slow-cooked, tender pieces of beef and fried eggplant pair beautifully in this spiced Moroccan stew.
Beef and eggplant bake with polenta crust
This scrumptious beef and eggplant bake is similar to a Greek moussaka but with a cheesy polenta topping.
Lamb & eggplant pies with fetta crust
Who doesn’t love a good meat pie?
Lamb with crumbed eggplant and pesto
Store-bought pesto is available from the refrigerated section of most supermarkets (near the dips). You will also find it in the pasta aisle. Note
Pork with eggplant (muu pad makeua)
This Thai dish with succulent baby eggplants, tender snake beans and plenty of spiced pork mince is great as part of a banquet-style spread, or served with noodles as a light dinner.
Veal and eggplant parmigiana
Rich eggplant and tender veal make this parmigiana recipe an enduring classic, fresh sage and bocconcini finish the dish beautifully. This is one of those dishes that quickly become a firm family favourite.
Lamb, eggplant and prune tagine
This lamb, eggplant and prune tagine is rich, unctuous and utterly delicious. Best served on a pile of fluffy couscous with preserved lemon.
Soba noodles with pork, eggplant and chilli
Soba noodles are a popular buckwheat staple in Japan, though can refer to any thin noodle.
Slow-cooker lamb & eggplant curry
A rich, fragrant and warming slow-cooked lamb and eggplant curry that will melt in your mouth.
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