Meal Kit

Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich

with spinach-lemon salad

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Expert

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 7 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat, Soy

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  • Vegetarian

Visit any old-school red-sauce joint in America and it's a given that the ubiquitous eggplant Parmesan has been on its menu for decades. And for good reason - meaty eggplant encased in a crunchy pan-fried coating, served with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella offer up a perfect balance of crispy, savory, cheesy goodness that will never go out of style. Take those same flavors and sandwich them between toasted Italian bread with a simple lemon-spinach salad and prepare to be amazed.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 1 Eggplant
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    8 fl. oz. Pizza Sauce
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    6 fl. oz. Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1 Lemon
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    4 oz. Flour
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    4 oz. Mozzarella Slices
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    1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 2 oz. Spinach
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    ½ oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
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    4 fl. oz. Vegetable Oil
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    2 Italian Rolls

Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    1680
  • Carbohydrates
    162g
  • Net Carbs
    160g
  • Fat
    111g
  • Protein
    42g
  • Sodium
    1360mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 3 Mixing Bowls

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Trim ends off eggplant, peel, and slice into eight 1/2” rounds. Quarter lemon.

  2. 2

    Bread the Eggplant

    Heat vegetable oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Set up a breading station: place flour in one mixing bowl, heavy cream in a second mixing bowl, and panko in a third bowl. Season all three bowls with 1/4 tsp. salt. Coat eggplant slices in flour, then dip in heavy cream, and then in panko. Place coated slices on a plate. Thoroughly wash one bowl to use for tossing spinach later.

  3. 3

    Cook the Eggplant

    Line a plate with a paper towel. Test oil temperature by adding a pinch of panko to it. It should sizzle gently. If it browns immediately, turn heat down and let oil cool. If it doesn't brown, increase heat. Working in batches, carefully place 2-4 eggplant slices in hot oil and fry 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove cooked slices to prepared plate and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Wipe pan clean.

  4. 4

    Warm Sauce and Toast Italian Rolls

    Slice Italian rolls, place on prepared baking sheet, and brush with 2 tsp. olive oil. Bake 5 minutes, or until warm and crispy. Alternatively, place rolls in your toaster and set to desired doneness. Return pan from cooking eggplant to medium heat. Add pizza sauce to pan and heat through, 1-2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Spinach

    In cleaned mixing bowl, toss spinach with juice of a lemon quarter or two (to taste), half the Parmesan cheese, 2 tsp. olive oil, and a pinch of salt.

  6. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Place bottom half of Italian roll on a plate. Top with 3-4 slices cooked eggplant, 2 mozzarella slices, and pizza sauce. Serve salad on side, and sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top of pizza sauce and salad. Cover sandwich with top roll. Serve with remaining lemon quarters.

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