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Panini Alla Norma
Thanks to a tricked out mayo spread (garlic, capers, oregano, and chile flakes—whew!), this pressed sandwich is as flavor-packed as it is easy to make.
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 35 min👤 Kendra Vaculin📖 epicurious
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●bowl
- ●pan
- ●skillet
- ●baking sheet
- ●pot
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Mix ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 garlic cloves, finely grated, 2 Tbsp. finely chopped capers, 2 tsp. finely chopped oregano, ¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, and a pinch of kosher salt in a small bowl; season with lots of freshly ground black pepper. Set seasoned mayonnaise aside.
. finely chopped capers2 Tbsp. finely chopped oregano2 tspKosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2
Toss 1 medium eggplant, sliced crosswise ¼" thick, and 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour in a medium bowl. Heat ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Working in batches and adding more oil between batches as needed, cook eggplant slices in a single layer, turning halfway through and reducing heat if browning too quickly, until well-browned and crisp, about ⏱️ 5 minutes. Transfer eggplant to a plate or baking sheet and immediately sprinkle with salt. Wipe out pan and reserve.
medium eggplant, sliced crosswise ¼" thick1. all-purpose flour2 Tbsp
3
Spread reserved seasoned mayonnaise over cut sides of 4 ciabatta rolls, split, then sprinkle 2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), over. Layer eggplant, then 3 medium tomatoes, sliced, 8 oz. fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced, and 12 large basil leaves on top. Close up sandwiches.
ciabatta rolls, split4. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup)2 ozmedium eggplant, sliced crosswise ¼" thick1medium tomatoes, sliced3. fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced8 ozlarge basil leaves12
4
Heat reserved pan over medium. Working in batches if needed, arrange sandwiches in pan and top with a cast-iron skillet or heavy pot to press. Cook until bread is toasted underneath, about ⏱️ 2 minutes. Remove skillet; turn sandwiches over. Return skillet; cook until brown on other side and cheese is slightly melted, about ⏱️ 2 minutes. Slice in half to serve.
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