PAN-FRIED EGGPLANT WITH BUFFALO MOZZARELLA, WHITE ANCHOVIES, AND RAISIN-PINENUT RELISH

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Pan-Fried Eggplant with Buffalo Mozzarella, White Anchovies, and Raisin-Pinenut Relish image

Categories     Bread     Sandwich     Side     Fry     Vegetarian     Mozzarella     Raisin     Buffalo     Eggplant     Anchovy

Yield makes 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large eggplant, cut into 12 rounds
Kosher salt
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 slices country bread
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 pound buffalo or regular mozzarella, cut into 12 slices
4 ounces (16 small fillets) white anchovies, marinated in vinegar and olive oil (not saltcured), such as boquerones or alici
Raisin-Pinenut Relish (page 194)

Steps:

  • Distribute the eggplant on a sheet pan in one layer and generously salt on both sides. Lay another sheet pan on top of the eggplant and place a heavy object on top to add pressure. Set aside for 1 hour. Remove the weight and transfer the eggplant to paper towels and pat dry.
  • Add the oil to a large hot skillet, making sure to cover the entire bottom of the pan with about 1/8 inch of oil. Add the eggplant just before the oil starts to smoke-it should sizzle as the eggplant is dropped in and the eggplant should brown pretty quickly. Once the eggplant is golden on both sides, about 3 to 5 minutes, remove from the oil and transfer to paper towels. Allow the eggplant to come to room temperature or to cool completely.
  • Grill the bread slices on one side only. Rub the grilled side of 4 of the slices with the garlic. Top with the eggplant, followed by the mozzarella, the anchovies, and the relish. Top with the remaining 4 slices, cut into halves, and serve.

Justin Rhaider
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The eggplant was cooked to perfection and the buffalo mozzarella was a great touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Kaylee Wylie
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the buffalo mozzarella was a perfect complement. I also loved the raisin-pinenut relish. It added a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.


Chase The Lace
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this dish was really good. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


TRG GAMER
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Ruth Gonzales
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The eggplant was cooked to perfection and the buffalo mozzarella was a great touch. I will definitely be making this again.


The RAJAT Games
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the buffalo mozzarella was a perfect complement. I also loved the raisin-pinenut relish. It added a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.


CB Chironjit
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this dish was really good. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Simon Oakley
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Sami Eyasu
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The eggplant was cooked to perfection and the buffalo mozzarella was a great touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Hshshdd Hsjshdj
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the buffalo mozzarella was a perfect complement. I also loved the raisin-pinenut relish. It added a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.


Bella lish
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this dish was really good. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Jenny Jones
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Syed Ashahidali
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The eggplant was cooked to perfection and the buffalo mozzarella was a great touch. I will definitely be making this again.


N Rakis
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the buffalo mozzarella was a perfect complement. I also loved the raisin-pinenut relish. It added a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.


THUNDERPICKLE07
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this dish was really good. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Ayden Aytes
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Kesha Race
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The eggplant was cooked to perfection and the buffalo mozzarella was a great touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Tayven Byas
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the buffalo mozzarella was a perfect complement. I also loved the raisin-pinenut relish. It added a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.


Taeyahisthebest
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Absolutely delicious! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the buffalo mozzarella was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.