This Sesame Eggplant is a fun twist on baba ganoush, but served as a vegan entree.
I wanted to do a little something different with my eggplant this time. Sesame Crusted Eggplant with Lemon and Garlic is what I came up with. I guess you could say it is sort of a cutlet form of baba ganoush, but obviously the results are quite different, hence baba ga"not".
The recipe is really quite simple, and although the sesame seeds do end out creating almost a form of breading, they are merely sprinkled on the top. Through the roasting process they end out adhering to the eggplant, and provide a fun texture to the dish.
If you like this, check out my Grilled Eggplant Parmesan, Eggplant Casserole and Roasted Carrot Hummus.
Sesame Crusted Eggplant "Babaga-Not"
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant
- 3 tbs olive oil
- ½ tbs lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup raw sesame seeds
- toasted sesame oil for drizzling
- lemon zest
Instructions
- Cut off the ends of the eggplant, and slice the skin off in strips leaving a roughly 1 inch section of skin between each slice. The slice into cutlets about ½ an inch thick.
- Whisk together the oil, lemon juice and salt. Chop the garlic an stir in, then baste the eggplant with it, use all of it, but don't just dump it on, the eggplant will absorb it too FAST.
- Preheat oven to 375.
- Arrange the eggplant slices on baking sheet. Sprinkle ½ the sesame seeds on top, then gently flip the slices over (most of the seeds will either stick or land under the eggplant and adhere during baking). Sprinkle with remaining seeds.
- Roast for 20 minutes, then flip and roast for about 20 more.
- Plate the eggplant slices, then top with a drizzle of sesame oil and some fresh lemon zest.
Mellisa says
Genious!!! I love sesame seeds and think these would make the perfect crust. YUMMY, I can't wait to try this out.
Becca @ Mama B says
OH YUM! Love eggplant and this looks awesome!
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
This is such a great way to eat eggplant. Must try it.
Kathleen says
I've never been a big fan of egg plant, but this looks really great.
Colleen says
I haven't had eggplant in ages this looks great.
HilLesha says
Looks good! I love eggplant. 🙂
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
That looks amazing!
LyndaS says
That looks interesting. I have never cooked/baked eggplant before.
Elaina- @atimeout4mommy says
Oh my, that looks delicious!
Angela says
This looks so amazing! I be the crunch from the sesame seeds adds a lot.
Rachel @ Following In My Shoes says
The last time I tried to cook eggplant, it made my tongue burn ... it was so weird! But, I may try this -- the Husband brought home a couple of small eggplant yesterday.
Marcie W. says
I have never had eggplant cooked this way but it looks outstanding and I would love to give it a try!
Jennifer The Quirky Momma says
I haven't experimented with eggplant much, but since I'm mostly giving up meat, dairy and wheat, I need to experiment more with various vegetables.
Tammy says
I have never actually made eggplant myself in any way shape or form. I need to try cooking with it sometime.
Lolo says
Every time I make eggplant it is always so soggy. Yours looks great.
Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving says
I love eggplant and having cooked it in forever because Mr. Bejelly hates it. I'm going to buy some and make this!
Night owl mama says
my mom loves eggplant I bet she'd love this recipe too
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
Looks really good!
Shell Feis says
Ooh I love eggplant!
Maryann says
eggplant is one of those foods I like and DONT like at the same time.
Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy.com says
Isn't it crazy that I'm not sure if I like eggplant? I don't remember ever trying it, but you make it look delicious.
Tiff @ Babes and Kids says
I don't think I've ever had eggplant before. Just never crossed my mind to try and cook it. I know my hubby doesn't like it, maybe that's why I've never tried.
Donna says
Of all the vegetables, eggplant is the one I've cooked with the least. This looks so delicious, and I'll definitely give it a try!
Jennifer says
my husband loves eggplant parm. I love this take on the crust rather than traditional bread crumbs.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I'm not the biggest fan of eggplant, but this does sound really tasty.