Can you use Japanese eggplant for parmesan?

You can't use Japanese eggplant for Parmesan cheese itself. Parmesan is a hard, granular cheese made from cow's milk, not eggplant.

However, you can use Japanese eggplant in dishes that involve Parmesan cheese.

Here's how:

* Grilled eggplant with Parmesan: You can grill Japanese eggplant slices and top them with grated Parmesan for a simple and flavorful side dish.

* Eggplant Parmesan: While traditional eggplant Parmesan uses Italian eggplant, you can substitute it with Japanese eggplant. The texture might be slightly different, but the flavor will still be delicious.

* Pasta with eggplant and Parmesan: You can sauté diced Japanese eggplant with garlic, tomatoes, and herbs, and then toss it with pasta and Parmesan cheese.

Remember that Japanese eggplant has a thinner skin and a milder flavor than Italian eggplant. You might need to adjust cooking times and seasonings accordingly.