Eggplant Burger / Canvas Bar, Miami
Dec 18, 2024
A South Florida chef prepares a tasty burger even vegetarians can enjoy. All you need is an eggplant. Time to grab a Bite with Belkys.
The Chef: Giuseppe CastielloThe Restaurant: Canvas Bar, MiamiThe Dish: Eggplant Burger
Ingredients:1 Large eggplant sliced into 1-inch round slice2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese2 oz of mushroomsLettuceRed onion sliced into round2 oz of Mayonnaise1 garlic clove grated1 balsamic teaspoon1 slice of fresh tomato1 hamburger bun¼ whole pickleSalt and pepper
Method of Preparation:
Preheat skillet to medium-high heat.
Brush the eggplant slice with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Cook eggplant slice for 4-5 minutes per side, then add mozzarella cheese and cook until lightly charred and tender.
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, grated garlic, balsamic, salt and pepper to make aioli.
Brush the hamburger buns with butter and toast on the skillet for 1 minute until golden brown.
Sautee mushrooms with olive oil for 2 minutes at high heat temperature until crispy.
To Plate:
Assemble the burger with toppings by layering lettuce first, fresh tomato, eggplant patty with melted cheese, sauteed mushrooms, onion and balsamic aioli.
Secure burger with a pickle skewered on the bun.
Canvas Bar1600 NE 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33132(305) 800-8454www.thecanvasbar.miami