Best 8 Eggplant Rollatini With Prosciutto Recipes

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Eggplant rollatini is a classic Italian dish made with thinly sliced eggplant, layered with cheese, and then rolled and baked. It's a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.

This article features two recipes for eggplant rollatini: a traditional version with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and a more modern version with ricotta, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.

The traditional eggplant rollatini recipe uses thinly sliced eggplant that is dredged in flour and then fried until golden brown. The eggplant slices are then layered with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, rolled up, and baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

The modern eggplant rollatini recipe uses a healthier cooking method. The eggplant slices are grilled instead of fried, and then layered with a mixture of ricotta cheese, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. The rolls are then baked until heated through.

Both recipes are served with a simple tomato sauce. The traditional recipe uses a marinara sauce, while the modern recipe uses a lighter tomato sauce made with fresh tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs.

Eggplant rollatini is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant, and it's also a perfect dish for a party or potluck.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI



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Bundles of lightly fried eggplant slices are filled with ricotta and smothered in tomato sauce for a bubbly, cheesy Eggplant Rollatini.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 whole eggplants, peeled and sliced lengthwise, about 1/4 inch thick, to get about 12 slices
2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
1- to 1 1/2- pound piece of fresh mozzarella (1/2 cup to be shredded, the rest will be sliced)
3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (plus extra for sprinkling)
1/2 pound sliced prosciutto or ham (optional)
1 egg white
2-3 cups prepared tomato sauce, homemade or store-bought
1 loaf Italian bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, fry eggplant slices in olive oil until eggplant is flexible for rolling, about 3 minutes per side. (Eggplant can also be roasted in the oven: Brush slices with olive oil and place on a baking sheet. Roast in 400-degree oven for 20 minutes, flipping eggplant halfway through cooking.)
  • While eggplant is frying/baking, make filling: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of fresh ricotta, 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of fresh shredded mozzarella, 1 egg white, salt and pepper, and mix well.
  • Drain eggplant on paper towel if fried. When eggplant has cooled about 10 minutes, begin the rolling process. On each slice, put about 2 tablespoons of ricotta cheese mixture. Spread it on the eggplant. Next, place a slice of ham/prosciutto on top of the cheese, if using, and then roll. Repeat with all eggplant slices.
  • Coat the bottom of a deep baking dish with tomato sauce. Start placing the rolled eggplants at the bottom of the pan. When pan is filled, put some sauce on the top of the eggplant. Sprinkle some more grated cheese on top. Finally, cut slices of fresh mozzarella cheese to place on top of each rollatini.
  • Bake in a 400-degree oven for about 20 minutes. (If the eggplant was baked, 30 minutes is better.) The cheese should be melted and a little bubbling should be going on. Serve.

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI RECIPE



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All-star, easy eggplant rollatini recipe, made with a lighter cheese filling, basil pesto and fresh parsley.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree or Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggplants
Salt
Extra virgin olive oil
2 cups Store-bought Marinara sauce
2 eggs (beaten)
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup part-skim shredded Mozzarella (more for later)
3 tbsp grated Parmesan
2 tbsp basil pesto (homemade or store-bought, more for later)
1 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Slice eggplants length-wise into 1/4-inch thin slices (it's easier to do this using a mandolin slicer like this one. affiliate link) You should have about 12 slices of similar size (reserve end pieces that are shorter or odd-shaped for another use).
  • Sprinkle eggplant slices with salt and set aside on paper towel for 20 minutes. This will help the eggplant sweat out any bitterness. Pat dry. Rinse with water, then dry again.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Brush a large baking sheet with extra virgin olive oil. Arrange eggplant slices in one layer on baking sheet. Brush the tops of the eggplant slices with more extra virgin olive oil. Bake in heated oven for 8 minutes or so until soft enough to fold (do not overcook.) Remove from oven and set aside briefly to cool. (Leave the oven on for the rollatini)
  • Meanwhile, prepare the filling. In a bowl, add eggs, ricotta, Mozzarella, grated Parmesan, basil pesto, and fresh parsley. Mix until well-combined.
  • Spread about 3/4 cup marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9 1/2" x 13" baking dish.
  • Spoon about 2 tbsp of the filling onto one end of each eggplant slice, and spread. Starting from the short end, roll up eggplant slices tightly and arranged on prepared baking dish.
  • Top eggplant rollatini with the remainder of the marinara sauce, more basil pesto, and a sprinkle of mozzarella. Bake in heated oven for 30 minutes or until the eggplant rollatini are fully cooked and tender.
  • Remove from oven and let sit for 10 minutes or so before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 rollatini, Calories 193 kcal, Fat 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 12.9 g

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI WITH PROSCIUTTO



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Eggplant lovers should love this one!!

Provided by Eddie Szczerba

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large eggplant
6 large eggs
2 c milk
4 c bread crumbs, seasoned
1 c all purpose flour
1/2 c parsley, italian,fresh chopped,1/2 teaspoon each of salt and fresh ground black pepper
2 qt marinara sauce (homemade if you have it)
16 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
12 oz romano cheese, grated
32 oz ricotta cheese
1 qt frying oil
1/4 lb thinly sliced prosciutto diced

Steps:

  • 1. Peel and slice the eggplant in rounds,about an 1/8 of an inch thick. Put them on a paper towel lined baking sheet and cover them with more towels. Then place some empty pots,pans on top to squeeze out the water in the eggplant slices,about 10-15 minutes should do.
  • 2. While you are waiting for the eggplant to dry out,mix your filling: 32 ounces of Ricotta 3 large eggs 1/2 of the Romano cheese 1/4 pound of diced prosciutto 1/2 of the grated mozzarella cheese all of the parsley,salt and pepper Mix it well and refrigerate.
  • 3. Now you can mix the flour and bread crumbs,combine the milk and three remaining eggs and bread the eggplant slices. Fry them in 350 degree oil,drain them on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
  • 4. Fill each eggplant slice with 1-1/2 to 2 tablespoons of filling and place in a 3 quart baking dish. Spoon some of the marinara on the bottom of the dish first then when it's full,cover with the remaining sauce,mozzarella and Romano cheeses.Bake covered in a 350 oven for 45 minutes.Remove from oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!! :)

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI



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After having eggplant rollatine at a restaurant, and it was absolutely delicious! I decided that I HAD to learn how to make it. Here is what I came up with.

Provided by Rhonda Hill

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 eggplant, peeled and cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices
1 egg, beaten
1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup ricotta cheese
10 slices prosciutto
1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 pound angel hair pasta

Steps:

  • Dip the eggplant slices in egg, then coat with bread crumbs. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the eggplant on each side until golden brown. Remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread a thin layer of ricotta cheese onto each slice of eggplant. Place a slice of prosciutto onto each one. Roll up tightly, and place seam side down in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour spaghetti sauce over the rolls, and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  • While the eggplant rolls are baking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until tender. Drain. Serve eggplant rolls and sauce over pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 901.8 calories, Carbohydrate 104.3 g, Cholesterol 116.5 mg, Fat 35.9 g, Fiber 11.9 g, Protein 41.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 2225 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 medium-sized eggplants (about 4 pounds total)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Can vegetable spray
32 ounces ricotta cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
8 tablespoons grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
20 basil leaves, chiffonaded
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
2 cups fresh tomato sauce, recipe follows
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 (32-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 dried bay leaves
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill pan and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place a rack over a large baking sheet. Cut the 2 ends off the eggplant. Cut the eggplants lengthwise, into 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange eggplant slices onto rack. Sprinkle with sea salt to help remove excess moisture and any bitterness from the eggplants. Set aside for about 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse off the salt from the eggplants and pat dry with a towel. Spray hot grill pan liberally with vegetable spray and then place eggplant slices on the grill until lightly browned on each side and tender, about 4 minutes per side. Remove slices from the grill pan and allow to cool.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs until lightly scrambled. Mix the ricotta in with the egg. Add mozzarella, 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts and gently combine. Fold in basil just to combine. Do not overmix.
  • Place a tablespoon of the cheese mixture on 1 end of the eggplant and roll up tightly. Place the eggplant rollatini into a greased (with olive oil) 13 by 9-inch baking dish, seam side down. Continue with remaining eggplant. Evenly distribute the tomato sauce on top of the eggplant rollatini. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with remaining 5 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and bake for 15 minutes. When cooked, drizzle the top with extra-virgin olive oil.
  • In a large casserole pot, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add celery and carrots and season with salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add tomatoes and bay leaves and simmer uncovered on low heat for 1 hour or until thick. Remove bay leaves and check for seasoning. If sauce still tastes acidic, add unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon at a time to round out the flavors.
  • Add 1/2 the tomato sauce into the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth. Continue with remaining tomato sauce.
  • If not using all the sauce, allow it to cool completely and pour 1 to 2 cup portions into freezer plastic bags. This will freeze up to 6 months.

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 medium-sized eggplants (about 4 pounds total)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Can vegetable spray
32 ounces ricotta cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
8 tablespoons grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
20 basil leaves, chiffonaded
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
2 cups fresh tomato sauce, recipe follows
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 (32-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 dried bay leaves
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill pan and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place a rack over a large baking sheet. Cut the 2 ends off the eggplant. Cut the eggplants lengthwise, into 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange eggplant slices onto rack. Sprinkle with sea salt to help remove excess moisture and any bitterness from the eggplants. Set aside for about 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse off the salt from the eggplants and pat dry with a towel. Spray hot grill pan liberally with vegetable spray and then place eggplant slices on the grill until lightly browned on each side and tender, about 4 minutes per side. Remove slices from the grill pan and allow to cool.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs until lightly scrambled. Mix the ricotta in with the egg. Add mozzarella, 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts and gently combine. Fold in basil just to combine. Do not overmix.
  • Place a tablespoon of the cheese mixture on 1 end of the eggplant and roll up tightly. Place the eggplant rollatini into a greased (with olive oil) 13 by 9-inch baking dish, seam side down. Continue with remaining eggplant. Evenly distribute the tomato sauce on top of the eggplant rollatini. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with remaining 5 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and bake for 15 minutes. When cooked, drizzle the top with extra-virgin olive oil.
  • In a large casserole pot, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add celery and carrots and season with salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add tomatoes and bay leaves and simmer uncovered on low heat for 1 hour or until thick. Remove bay leaves and check for seasoning. If sauce still tastes acidic, add unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon at a time to round out the flavors.
  • Add 1/2 the tomato sauce into the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth. Continue with remaining tomato sauce.
  • If not using all the sauce, allow it to cool completely and pour 1 to 2 cup portions into freezer plastic bags. This will freeze up to 6 months.

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium eggplants, sliced lengthwise
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces ricotta
3/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 cups pasta sauce
4 ounces mozzarella, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the flour on a plate.
  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Season the eggplant with salt and pepper. Working in batches, coat the eggplant slices in flour, shake off excess, and add to the skillet. Cook until the slices are golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
  • Combine the ricotta, 1/2 cup Parmesan, parsley and egg in a medium bowl. Spread 1/2 cup pasta sauce over the bottom of a baking dish. Place several tablespoons of ricotta mixture on the end of an eggplant slice, roll up the slice and place it in the baking dish. Continue with the remaining eggplant.
  • Top with the remaining pasta sauce and sprinkle with the mozzarella and the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan. Bake until bubbly, about 30 minutes.

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI



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Want to learn how to cook eggplant? Here's where to start. These authentic eggplant roll-ups may take some time to prepare, but the end result is restaurant-quality. Your family will request this recipe time and again. -Nancy Sousley, Lafayette, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 31

1 large eggplant
1 tablespoon salt
SAUCE:
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
FILLING:
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/8 teaspoon pepper
COATING:
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Dash each salt and pepper
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • Peel and slice eggplant lengthwise into fifteen 1/8-in.-thick slices. Place in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand 30 minutes., Meanwhile, for sauce, in a large saucepan, saute onion in oil. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in remaining sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until flavors are blended, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes. Rinse and drain eggplant., In a large bowl, combine filling ingredients; set aside., Place eggs in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper. Dip eggplant in eggs, then bread crumb mixture., In an electric skillet or deep skillet, heat 1/2 in. of oil to 375°. Fry eggplant in batches until golden brown, 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels., Preheat oven to 375°. Spoon 1 cup sauce into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spread 2 rounded tablespoons filling over each eggplant slice. Carefully roll up and place seam side down in baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over roll-ups. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake until bubbly, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726 calories, Fat 48g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 181mg cholesterol, Sodium 3182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure the eggplant slices are cooked evenly, slice them to a uniform thickness. This will help them cook through at the same rate.
  • If you're short on time, you can skip the step of soaking the eggplant slices in salt water. However, this step helps to remove some of the bitterness from the eggplant and is recommended for best results.
  • Be careful not to overcook the eggplant slices, as they can easily become mushy. Cook them just until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • To prevent the eggplant rollatini from becoming soggy, drain the ricotta cheese mixture thoroughly before filling the eggplant slices.
  • For a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the prosciutto and use a vegetarian cheese instead.

Conclusion:

Eggplant rollatini is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover eggplant. With its combination of savory flavors and textures, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook eggplant, give eggplant rollatini a try.

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