Baked Eggplant Parm

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Baked Eggplant Parm

Bring the taste of Louisiana to your table with our Baked Eggplant Parm using Louisiana Fish Fry Air Fryer Seasoned Coating Mix. Recreate classic eggplant parm, with a little Cajun assistance! This hearty, veggie-packed dish combines tender eggplant, rich marinara sauce, and Cajun flavor for a comforting twist on a classic favorite. Perfect as a main course or side, this easy recipe is sure to satisfy!

Ingredients

1 (5 oz) box Louisiana Fish Fry Air Fryer Chicken OR Garlic & Herb Coating Mix
3-4 medium sized eggplant, thinly sliced
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup parmesan cheese
2 cups mozzarella cheese
2 - 24 oz jars marinara sauce

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F. In a shallow dish, add beaten eggs. In another shallow dish, pour Air Fryer Seasoned Coating Mix.
Dip eggplant slices in egg wash, then firmly press in Seasoned Coating Mix until completely covered.
Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and place coated eggplant in a single layer on baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes, flip slices, and bake another 10 minutes.
In a 9″x13″ baking dish, layer sauce, baked eggplant slices, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat until you have filled the dish to the top or used all the eggplant slices, ending with remaining sauce and topping with parmesan cheese.
Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 mins. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown on top. Serve hot and enjoy!

Recipe Products

Air Fryer Garlic & Herb Coating Mix 5 oz

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