--- title: "Garlic Roasted Eggplant — Easy Homemade Berenjenas al Horno for 2" description: "Versión en Español. Garlic roasted eggplant, or berenjenas al horno, is eggplant cut into 1 to 2 cm slices, seasoned with salt and pepper, brushed with garlic and olive oil, sprinkled with merkén if y..." url: https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/garlic-roasted-eggplant-berenjenas-al-horno-recipe/ date: 2026-10-05 modified: 2026-10-05 author: "Carlos Uhart M." image: https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/garlic-roasted-eggplant-berenjenas-al-horno-featured.jpg categories: ["Appetizers"] type: post lang: en --- # Garlic Roasted Eggplant — Easy Homemade Berenjenas al Horno for 2 [Versión en Español](https://comidaschilenas.com/receta-de-berenjenas-al-horno/) ![Garlic roasted eggplant slices with fresh parsley](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/garlic-roasted-eggplant-berenjenas-al-horno-featured.jpg)*Garlic roasted eggplant* Garlic roasted eggplant, or berenjenas al horno, is eggplant cut into 1 to 2 cm slices, seasoned with salt and pepper, brushed with garlic and olive oil, sprinkled with merkén if you like, and baked at 180°C (356°F) for 25 minutes until lightly golden. It takes 15 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of baking, and serves 2. A simple, delicious way to enjoy eggplant on its own or as a side for main dishes. Contents - [1. How to Make Roasted Eggplant?](#How_to_Make_Roasted_Eggplant) - [2. Nutritional Information](#Nutritional_Information) - [3. Homemade Garlic Roasted Eggplant Recipe](#Homemade_Garlic_Roasted_Eggplant_Recipe) - [3.1. Ingredients](#Ingredients) - [3.2. Instructions](#Instructions) - [4. Additional Tips](#Additional_Tips) - [4.1. Remove the bitterness](#Remove_the_bitterness) - [4.2. Keep the skin on](#Keep_the_skin_on) - [4.3. Store leftovers](#Store_leftovers) - [5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs) - [5.1. 1. How thick should I slice eggplant for roasting?](#1_How_thick_should_I_slice_eggplant_for_roasting) - [5.2. 2. How long does eggplant take in the oven?](#2_How_long_does_eggplant_take_in_the_oven) - [5.3. 3. Why prick the eggplant with a fork?](#3_Why_prick_the_eggplant_with_a_fork) - [5.4. 4. What do I serve roasted eggplant with?](#4_What_do_I_serve_roasted_eggplant_with) - [6. Why Are Eggplants Purple?](#Why_Are_Eggplants_Purple) - [7. Did You Know?](#Did_You_Know) - [8. Recommended](#Recommended) ## How to Make Roasted Eggplant? It is a no fuss method, where a pinch of salt and a good drizzle of olive oil ensure success. Pricking the slices with a fork lets the garlic oil soak in so they season evenly and stay juicy. ## Nutritional Information Each serving of roasted eggplant contains approximately 440 kcal, 62 g of carbohydrates, 21 g of fat, 10 g of protein, 30 g of fiber, 36 g of sugars, 0 mg of cholesterol, and 100 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes. ## Homemade Garlic Roasted Eggplant Recipe **Preparation:** 15 minutes **Cooking:** 25 minutes **Servings:** 2 ### Ingredients - 4 large eggplants - 2 garlic cloves, chopped - 1 teaspoon of merkén (Mapuche smoked chili) - Olive oil - Cream cheese - Parsley - Fine salt - Pepper ### Instructions 1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) for at least 10 minutes. Wash the eggplants well and slice them 1 to 2 cm (½ to ¾ inch) thick with a sharp knife or vegetable slicer. Arrange them on an oiled baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and set aside. ![Fresh eggplants for garlic roasted eggplant](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/eggplants-roasted-eggplant-recipe.jpg)*Eggplants* 1. In a medium bowl, mix the chopped garlic with a good splash of olive oil. Prick the eggplant lightly with a fork, spread the garlic oil evenly over the slices, and sprinkle with a pinch of merkén if you like. ![Garlic cloves for roasted eggplant](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/garlic-roasted-eggplant.jpg)*Garlic* 1. Lower the oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake for 25 minutes or until lightly golden. Serve right away topped with chopped fresh parsley, as a side or with pieces of cream cheese, goat cheese, or hummus. ## Additional Tips ### Remove the bitterness Sprinkle the slices with salt and let them rest in a colander for 15 to 30 minutes, then rinse and pat dry. ### Keep the skin on The skin adds texture and flavor, softens in the oven, and contains nasunin, a natural antioxidant. ### Store leftovers Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or a skillet. | Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Cream cheese | Goat cheese | To taste | Tangier | | Cream cheese | Hummus | To taste | Vegan | | Merkén | Smoked paprika | 1 teaspoon | Milder | | Parsley | Fresh basil | To taste | Mediterranean | ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ### 1. How thick should I slice eggplant for roasting? 1 to 2 cm. Thinner slices dry out in the oven, and thicker ones stay raw in the center. Arrange them in a single layer on an oiled dish. ### 2. How long does eggplant take in the oven? About 25 minutes. Preheat to 200°C (392°F), lower to 180°C (356°F) when the tray goes in, and take them out when lightly golden and soft. ### 3. Why prick the eggplant with a fork? So the olive oil and garlic soak into the flesh instead of staying on the surface, which seasons them evenly and keeps them juicy. ### 4. What do I serve roasted eggplant with? As a side for other dishes or as a starter, topped with cream cheese or goat cheese, or with hummus. ## Why Are Eggplants Purple? The dark purple skin comes from nasunin, an anthocyanin antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals. ## Did You Know? Eggplant belongs to the nightshade family, like tomatoes and potatoes. It was domesticated in Asia, and its first written record appears in a Chinese agricultural treatise from the year 544. ## Recommended - [Chilean Fried Cheese Empanadas Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-fried-cheese-empanadas-recipe/) - [Chilean Vegan Anticuchos Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-vegan-anticuchos-grilled-vegetable-skewers-recipe/) - [Homemade Cream Cheese Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/homemade-cream-cheese-queso-crema-casero-recipe/) - [Chilean Peach Kuchen Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-peach-kuchen-de-duraznos-recipe/)