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Originally Posted by Duh_Vinci

Someone suggested to me long time ago to do what Tom mentioned, microwave them. Reluctant at first, but I did try, and it works, works well indeed.Though my preferred method is oven. Thinly sliced on mandolin lengthwise, brushed with a little olive oil, seasoning to taste. I still fry them too sometimes, and the only work around I know is: Slice them, lay flat on the countertop, sprinkle a little sea salt, flip over and sprinkle with a little salt also. What that does, it makes them sweat, and after 20-30 min they are ready to fry and do not absorb as much oil as freshly sliced.Regards, D

With two heart stints and two strokes, you would think I would have thought of that a LONG time ago, but always cooked eggplants the way of my Sicilian sister in law or stir fried. Thanks to both of you for a great idea.