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Tarla Dalal
01 April, 2017
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Eggplant Mozzarella Panini | Baingan Grilled hot dog rolls Sandwich | Indian Mozzarella Brinjal Sandwich | Grilled Eggplant Sandwich |
Eggplant Mozzarella Panini, also known as Baingan Grilled Hot Dog Roll Sandwich, is a flavorful fusion snack that blends the richness of grilled eggplant with the creaminess of mozzarella cheese. This fun and delicious recipe uses hot dog rolls, which are commonly chosen in India for their soft texture and perfect size. The combination of olive oil–grilled baingan slices, melted cheese, sea salt, and chilli flakes creates a comforting, café-style sandwich that is both hearty and satisfying.
The star of this sandwich is the grilled eggplant, which turns beautifully soft and smoky when cooked on a tava with olive oil. Once lightly browned, the eggplant slices add a delicious, juicy layer inside the roll, balancing perfectly with the melted mozzarella. Cutting the cooked brinjal slices into halves ensures they fit neatly into the hot dog roll, giving every bite a smooth blend of texture and flavor.
The hot dog roll serves as the ideal base for this Grilled Eggplant Sandwich. Soft on the inside and crisp on the outside once grilled, it holds the ingredients well without falling apart. The addition of butter, spread inside and brushed on top, gives the panini a golden-brown finish and enhances its taste. The sea salt adds an earthy flavor, while dry red chilli flakes bring a gentle heat that lifts the entire sandwich.
The use of mozzarella cheese adds a gooey, stretchy texture that makes the sandwich irresistibly comforting. As the panini grills, the cheese melts beautifully and binds all the layers together. Mozzarella’s mild flavor complements the baingan without overpowering it. The result is a fusion sandwich that feels Italian in technique yet completely Indian in ingredients and flavor.
This Indian Mozzarella Brinjal Sandwich is perfect for quick meals, lunchboxes, or evening snacks. It’s a wonderful vegetarian alternative to typical grilled sandwiches and feels gourmet without requiring complicated ingredients. Whether served with a cup of tea or a bowl of soup, it makes for a deeply satisfying bite.
Overall, the Eggplant Mozzarella Panini is a delightful blend of smoky brinjal, buttery bread, melted cheese, and light seasonings, all grilled to perfection. Using hot dog rolls gives it a unique Indian twist while keeping the preparation simple and familiar. Crisp on the outside, soft and cheesy inside, this Grilled Eggplant Sandwich is a must-try for sandwich lovers looking for something new, hearty, and delicious.
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Preparation Time
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Cooking Time
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Total Time
35 Mins
Makes
4 paninis
Ingredients
for Baingan Grilled hot dog rolls Sandwich
8 brinjal (baingan / eggplant) slices
4 tbsp grated mozzarella cheese
4 tsp olive oil
3/4 tsp sea salt (khada namak)
1 tsp dry red chilli flakes (paprika)
10 tsp butter for spreading and brushing
Method
for Baingan Grilled hot dog rolls Sandwich
- Heat 2 tsp of olive oil on a non-stick tava (griddle), place the brinjal slices on it and cook on a medium flame for 5 minutes using the remaining 2 tsp of olive oil till it turns light brown in colour from both the sides.
- Cool slightly and cut them into halves using a sharp knife. Keep aside.
- Slit a hot dog roll horizontally using a sharp knife and apply 1 tsp of butter on each bread halve.
- Put 4 brinjal halves on the lower halve, sprinkle 1/8 tsp of sea salt and ¼ tsp of chilli flakes and evenly over it.
- Finally put 1 tbsp of cheese evenly over it.
- Close the bread roll and brush ½ tsp of butter on top of the bread and grill in a greased pre-heated sandwich griller for 5 minutes or till they turn crispy and brown from both the sides.
- Repeat steps 3 to 5 to make 3 more paninis.
- Cut each panini diagonally into 2 equal pieces.
- Serve Baingan Grilled hot dog rolls Sandwich immediately.
Eggplant and Mozzarella Panini recipe with step by step photos
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To make the Eggplant and Mozzarella Panini, wash and place the brinjal (baingan / eggplant) slices on a chopping board.
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Trim both the edges of the brinjal.
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Cut the brinjal into medium sized slices.
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Heat 2 tsp of olive oil on a non-stick tava (griddle).
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Place the brinjal (baingan / eggplant) slices on it and cook on a medium flame for 5 minutes using the remaining 2 tsp of olive oil till it turns light brown in colour from both the sides.
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Cool slightly and cut them into halves using a sharp knife. Keep aside.
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These are the hot dog rolls. Click here to learn how to make hot dog roll.
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Slit a hot dog roll horizontally using a sharp knife.
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Apply 1 tsp of butter on each bread halve.
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Put 4 brinjal halves on the lower halve, sprinkle 1/8 tsp of sea salt (khada namak) and ¼ tsp of dry red chilli flakes (paprika) and evenly over it.
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Finally put 1 tbsp. of grated mozzarella cheese evenly over it.
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Close the bread roll and brush ½ tsp of butter on top of the bread.
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Grease a sandwich griller using a brush with ½ tsp of butter.
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Grill in a greased pre-heated sandwich griller for 5 minutes or till they turn crispy and brown from both the sides.
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Cut each panini diagonally into 2 equal pieces. Repeat steps 3 to 5 to make 3 more paninis.
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Serve Eggplant and Mozzarella Panini immediately.
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Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
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Payal Parikh 86
Aug. 13, 2016, 9:44 a.m.
When i saw this recipe I was wondering how will a panini with eggplant taste and I had eggplant at home so I decide to make it and it was surprisingly very very good.
