Polpette di Melanzane alla Norma (Eggplant Meatballs)

Name: Polpette di Melanzane alla Norma (Eggplant Meatballs)
Total time: 115 min
Ingredients: 3 large eggplants; 250 ml (1 cup) Stefano extra virgin olive oil, divided (plus more if needed); 375 ml (1½ cups) seasoned breadcrumbs; 180 ml (¾ cup) ricotta salata (or Parmesan), finely grated (plus more to garnish); 125 ml (½ cup) Parmesan, finely grated; 3 large eggs, beaten; Salt and freshly-ground pepper, to taste; 1.3 L (2 jars) Stefano Tomato Basil Sauce; 45 ml (3 tbsp) fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped

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These tasty eggplant meatballs are prepared and seasoned just like the classic meat version for a truly satisfying vegetarian option.

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Ingredients

3 large eggplants
250 ml (1 cup) Stefano extra virgin olive oil, divided (plus more if needed)
375 ml (1½ cups) seasoned breadcrumbs
180 ml (¾ cup) ricotta salata (or Parmesan), finely grated (plus more to garnish)
125 ml (½ cup) Parmesan, finely grated
3 large eggs, beaten
Salt and freshly-ground pepper, to taste
1.3 L (2 jars) Stefano Tomato Basil Sauce
45 ml (3 tbsp) fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped