A Sanadi Classic | Baked, Nourishing, and Comforting Without Compromise
This isn’t just a cleaner version of a comfort food favorite. It’s a nourishing, protein-rich take on a classic. Baked eggplant, rich tomato sauce, and real cheese layered with love… plus the option to level it up with collagen-rich bone broth and protein-packed ground turkey for deeper nourishment.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Eggplant:
1 large organic eggplant, sliced into ½-inch rounds
1 tsp Baja Gold salt
¾ cup cassava flour or almond flour
2 pasture-raised eggs, beaten
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp oregano
1 tbsp avocado oil or ghee
For the Sauce:
1 ½ cups organic crushed tomatoes (Jovial, Bianco DiNapoli, etc.)
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp dried basil
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt + pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ons:
½ cup grass-fed bone broth (for extra richness)
½ lb ground turkey, sautéed and folded into the sauce for protein
For the Cheese Layers:
¾ cup raw or grass-fed mozzarella, shredded
½ cup raw or aged parmesan
Optional: ¼ cup sheep’s milk ricotta or dairy-free ricotta if sensitive
To Finish:
Fresh basil leaves
Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Prep Eggplant: Salt slices and let sit 30–40 mins to release moisture. Pat dry.
Bread & Bake: Coat in egg + flour mixture. Bake at 400°F for 25–30 mins, flipping once, until golden.
Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic in olive oil. Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and spices. Simmer 10–15 mins.
If using bone broth, stir it in and simmer another 5–10 mins to reduce.
If using ground turkey, brown it separately in a skillet and fold into sauce.
Assemble: Layer sauce, baked eggplant, mozzarella, parmesan (and optional ricotta). Repeat layers.
Bake Again: Cover and bake at 375°F for 20 mins. Uncover and broil 3–5 mins until bubbly and golden.
Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and a light olive oil drizzle. Let sit 5 mins before cutting.
Why It’s Sanadi-Approved
Eggplant: Rich in fiber and antioxidants
Baked, not fried: Less oil, same comfort
Clean protein options: Bone broth and turkey add protein and richness
Raw/aged cheeses: Big flavor and fat-soluble vitamins
No seed oils, no gluten, no BS