Baked Eggplant
Imagine this dish as the Caribbean cousin of a cozy casserole, with the bold flavors of Guyana taking the spotlight. It’s simple, satisfying, and just the thing for a comforting meal.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Guyanese
Keyword: eggplant
Servings: 4
Calories: 94kcal
Author: Chef K
Cost: $5
Boil the Eggplant: Boil the whole eggplant in its skin until tender, about 15–20 minutes.
1 lb eggplant
Mash the Eggplant: Peel the boiled eggplant, then mash it into a pulp. Mix in butter, salt, pepper, chopped onion, and ketchup.
1 oz butter, 1 onion, Salt and pepper, 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
Prepare for Baking: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle generously with bread crumbs.
Bread crumbs
Bake: Bake in a moderate oven (about 350°F) until the top is golden brown, around 20 minutes.
Serve warm as a side dish or a main attraction—it’s eggplant as you’ve never tasted it before!
The nutritional values provided in this recipe are estimates and may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes. Each recipe includes estimated cook time and serving sizes for your convenience. Actual values may vary depending on the specific ingredients and brands used, portion sizes, and individual cooking methods. This information is not intended to provide medical or nutritional advice, and we recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for specific dietary needs.
Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 312mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 223IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.3mg