Eggplant (Aubergine) Panini for Two
"My sister and I tried one similar to this in NYC and I fooled around with different variations before I came up with this. The measurements and times aren't exact because I threw this all together one day. Hope you enjoy!"
- Ready In:
- 18mins
- Ingredients:
- 12
- Serves:
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2
ingredients
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For the Eggplant
- 2 slices eggplants, about 1/2-3/4-inch thick
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1⁄3 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1⁄3 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper, to taste
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For the Panini Sandwich
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 slices pane Italian bread (or any thick bread of your choice)
- 1⁄2 cup fresh basil leaf
- 1⁄2 cup arugula leaf
- 4 -8 slices tomatoes
- 2 slices provolone cheese
directions
- Melt the 3 tablespoons of butter with the 1 tablespoon of olive oil and stir in the garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Brush the eggplant with the butter/oil mixture and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Grill the eggplant for 3-5 minutes, or until tender, but not mushy, turning once (I used an indoor grill, but you can use a panini grill or frying pan, etc.).
- If desired, brush the remaining butter/oil mixture onto the inside slices of the bread.
- Stack 2 slice of bread (side with the butter/oil mixture) with the fresh basil, arugula, slices of tomato, provolone cheese and the grilled eggplant.
- Top with remaining slices of bread and lightly brush each sandwich with olive oil.
- Place on grill for about 1 minute on each side (I had to press a frying pan on top of each sandwich to get the desired panini-effect).
- Enjoy!
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Reviews
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This was really easy and delicious. I served it at a Girl's Night Dinner & ate the leftovers for lunch the next day! The only thing I might adjust next time may be spice - I think adding some hot peppers would be even better!
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