Cheesy Garlic Eggplant Rolls

A snack that is very easy to prepare — bright and tasty! Eggplant rolls with cheese and garlic can be served for a casual dinner or a holiday table. The filling can be varied with walnuts, herbs or even meat. The dish looks appetizing, elegant and is the first to be swept off the table. Success guaranteed!
cook time: 40 min
Freya Ashford
Cheesy Garlic Eggplant Rolls

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

239
Calories
22g
Fat
5g
Carbs
8g
Protein

Ingredients (3 portions)

Basic:

Eggplant 1 pc
Vegetable oil 1 tbsp

Filling:

Hard cheese 100 g
Garlic 2 clove
Mayonnaise 2 tbsp

Recipe instructions

Step 1

Step 1
How to make eggplant rolls? Prepare your ingredients. Which eggplant to use for rolls? Choose a dense, not flaccid, large-sized fruit with a shiny, dark, undamaged skin. The stalk must be in place.

Step 2

Step 2
Wash the eggplant and dry with paper towels. Cut off the stem and cut lengthwise into thin slices (about 0.5-0.7 mm thick).

Step 3

Step 3
To avoid bitter taste, salt the vegetables, transfer to a colander and leave for 15-30 minutes. Then rinse under running water. Lightly squeeze excess moisture out of eggplants.

Step 4

Step 4
Pour refined vegetable oil into the pan. Fry the eggplant “tongues” on both sides until golden brown. Place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 5

Step 5
To create a beautiful pattern on the eggplants, you can use a grill pan.

Step 6

Step 6
How to make the filling? Prepare the ingredients listed for the filling.

Step 7

Step 7
Grate the hard cheese on a medium grater. You can use any cheese, as long as it’s tasty.

Step 8

Step 8
Peel the garlic cloves and pass them through a press. Combine cheese, garlic and mayonnaise in a salad bowl.

Step 9

Step 9
Mix everything well. The filling is ready.

Step 10

Step 10
Spread a thin layer of filling over the entire surface of each eggplant slice. It is better to spread the mixture immediately after frying the strips, since once they cool down, the eggplants will not roll well.

Step 11

Step 11
Roll the eggplant tongue into a roll.

Step 12

Step 12
Form all other rolls in the same way. To prevent them from falling apart, secure them with toothpicks. Place on a plate. Before serving, garnish with lettuce and herbs. The eggplant rolls are ready. Bon appetit!

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