These eggplant skewers are smoky and salty from the addition of smoked cheese and ham. Eggplant slices are lightly coated in breadcrumbs before being rolled up with the ham and cheese, giving them some crunch and a contrasting texture. These skewers make a delicious appetizer, but they can also be served as a main dish with a fresh green salad, and rice pilaf or roasted potatoes on the side.
To make the eggplant skewers, you first cut the eggplants lengthwise before coating them in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and rolling them up with the ham and cheese. Then, they get threaded onto skewers before being cooked in the oven. This may become your favorite eggplant recipe for the summer!
What are Eggplant Skewers?
This eggplant skewer recipe involves rolling up slices of eggplant with ham and smoked cheese for a rich flavored dish. Since eggplant can become very soft during the cooking process, this recipe involves coating it in a breadcrumb mixture which gives it an appealing crunch.
Pro Tips
- Thinly slice the eggplant lengthwise so that they roll up easily.
- Use real Parmesan cheese in the breadcrumb mixture for the best flavor.
- Use thinly sliced ham and cheese which will roll with the eggplant slices easily.
- If preferred, you could use pre-seasoned breadcrumbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Grill Eggplant Skewers?
Absolutely! If you would prefer to grill the skewers rather than bake them in the oven, simply place them on a well-greased grill over medium heat. They should take a similar amount of time to cook through.
What is a Good Replacement for the Smoked Cheese?
If you don’t love the taste of smoked cheese, you could use any other kind of cheese that you prefer such as Swiss, mozzarella, or cheddar.
What are Good Smoked Cheese Options?
Delicious smoked cheese options include smoked provolone, smoked gouda, and smoked cheddar. Feel free to choose whichever one you enjoy the most in this recipe.
How to Store Eggplant Skewers
The leftover eggplant skewers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days, and reheated in the oven or an air fryer. It is best not to freeze them as they will be too soft once thawed.
Ingredients
How to Make Eggplant Skewers
Slice the eggplant slices lengthwise and brush them with olive oil. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the parmesan cheese, salt, and dried oregano until combined.
Slice the eggplant slices lengthwise and brush them with olive oil. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the parmesan cheese, salt, and dried oregano until combined.
Brush the eggplant slices with the olive oil and coat them in the breadcrumbs. Bake them in a 356 F (180 C) oven for 15 minutes.
Brush the eggplant slices with the olive oil and coat them in the breadcrumbs. Bake them in a 356 F (180 C) oven for 15 minutes.
Place a slice of ham and cheese on top of each eggplant slice, and roll them up. Thread them onto skewers and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle them with olive oil and bake them in the oven for another 15 minutes.
Place a slice of ham and cheese on top of each eggplant slice, and roll them up. Thread them onto skewers and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle them with olive oil and bake them in the oven for another 15 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!
Serve and enjoy!
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