Baked Eggplant With Shrimp Or Crawfish Recipe

Name: Baked Eggplant With Shrimp Or Crawfish Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. butter; 1/4 c. diced onion; 1/4 c. diced celery; 1/4 c. diced green pepper; 1 med eggplant; 1 Tbsp. flour; 1 tsp Salt; 2 x chicken bouillon cubes; 1/2 c. boiling water; 3/4 c. cooked rice; 1/2 lb boiled peeled shrimp or possibly crawfish, cut each shrimp or possibly crawfish into 3 or possibly 4 pcs.; 2 Tbsp. dry breadcrumbs; 1 Tbsp. oil

Servings: persons

1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. diced onion
1/4 c. diced celery
1/4 c. diced green pepper
1 med eggplant
1 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp Salt
2 x chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 c. boiling water
3/4 c. cooked rice
1/2 lb boiled peeled shrimp or possibly crawfish, cut each shrimp or possibly crawfish into 3 or possibly 4 pcs.
2 Tbsp. dry breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp. oil

1
Heat 1/4 c. butter in skillet.
2
Saute/fry onions, celery and green pepper for about 5 min or possibly till tender.
3
Cut eggplant in half, lengthways.
4
Scoop out pulp to within 1/4 inch of skin.
5
Cut pulp into 1/2 inch cubes.
6
Blend flour and salt into sauteed vegetables, add in cubed eggplant, cover and cook over medium heat for five min.
7
Dissolve bouillon cubes in boiling water, pour into mix and add in rice and shrimp or possibly crawfish.
8
Toss lightly and heat thoroughly.
9
Stir occasionally.
10
Fill eggplant shells with rice mix.
11
Mix bread crumbs with oil.
12
Sprinkle on top with breadcrumbs.
13
Place in shallow baking dish and bake at 375 degrees for 20 to 30 min till breadcrumbs are golden.

769

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. butter, 1/4 c. diced onion, 1/4 c. diced celery, 1/4 c. diced green pepper, and more.

Yes, Baked Eggplant With Shrimp Or Crawfish Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!