Recipes

Aubergine Parmigiana Focaccia Sandwich

Aubergine Parmigiana Focaccia Sandwich

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To make this yourself, you’ll need some Deli Kitchen Sliced Focaccia.
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Prep Time
15 mins
Makes
2 servings

Ingredients

  • For the Aubergine:
  • ● 1 medium aubergine, sliced into ½ cm thick slices
  • ● 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ● 2 tsp salt
  • For the Sandwich:
  • ● 2 Deli Kitchen Focaccias
  • ● 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing and toasting)
  • ● 1 ball fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • ● 1 large tomato, sliced
  • ● 2 tbsp pesto (homemade or store-bought)
  • ● A handful of rocket
  • ● 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional, for extra depth)

Method

  1. Slice the aubergine and sprinkle fine salt over the slices. Allow to sit for 20 mins to
    remove some of the water then pat dry and remove excess salt.
  2. Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat, fry the aubergine slices in olive oil.
  3. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown on both sides. Set aside.
  4. Spread pesto on the bottom half of the Deli Kitchen Focaccia.
  5. Layer the grilled aubergine, mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and a handful of
    rocket.
  6. Place the top half of the focaccia on top and press gently.