Roast them at 450° F in the oven until tender, about 20 minutes. You can also roast an eggplant whole until the skin wrinkles and the flesh collapses, which can then be used in recipes.
If you'll be adding cubes or slices to a stir fry, sandwich, or casserole, cook the eggplant in the oven or on the stovetop and freeze the pieces (no need to peel the fruit, unless you prefer).
The distinct layers of breaded eggplant ... frankly, easy to make). Arrange two racks on the top third and bottom third of the oven. Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Cut the eggplants lengthwise ...