Polpette Di Melanzane (eggplant Meatballs

食材

2 medium eggplants, medium-large dice

1 egg

Extra virgin olive oil

Sea salt

1 cup plain breadcrumbs

1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano

2 garlic cloves

½ cup fresh parsley

Freshly ground black pepper

Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste

Extra virgin olive oil, for frying

Marinara sauce (ingredients below)

Fresh ricotta, for finishing

Additional grated Parmigiano, for topping

Fresh basil, to finish

Marinara Sauce

Extra virgin olive oil

2 garlic cloves, sliced or smashed

Fresh basil

Sea salt

Black pepper