Italian Grandma Makes Fried Eggplant Slices - Sicilian Style

Fried Eggplant Slices - Sicilian Style
2-3 Eggplants
Salt
Olive Oil
1 cup Marinara Sauce
Pecorino Romano Cheese, grated
Fresh Basil Leaves
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FAQ:
Who is this lady?
Gina Petitti was born in 1935 in Faeto, Italy. It is in the province of Foggia in the Puglia region of southeast Italy. Her family ran a farm in Italy and she met her husband, Vito, in the same town. In 1970 Gina, Vito, and her 4 children immigrated to America. Gina’s husband passed away in 2012, but she is surrounded by a large family, which includes 9 grandchildren, and lives 5 minutes away from her eldest daughter in New Jersey. Gina enjoys making food for her family in the same old fashion ways as she was taught by her mother and grandmother in Italy, and also new things she has subsequently learned from family and friends in America. She also enjoys gardening, and being an active member of her local Church.
Where does Gina get her recipes?
Most of these recipes are from what she learned growing up in Italy, but some of them have evolved over time. She has also learned new recipes from friends and family in America. She is always eager to try new things.
Why is no one helping her in the video?
Grandma Gina doesn’t want help! Usually, it’s because we will slow her down or not do it “her way.” For the videos we only show her, but when the camera cuts we jump in and help form the cookies or prep for the next step.
Why don’t we buy her a new...?
Grandma Gina has a closet and garage full of new gadgets, spoons, forks, pots, etc… but she doesn’t like them because she is used to doing it with her old tools. She has fun getting her hands dirty!
Who is behind the camera and behind the scenes?
Grandma Gina’s retired son-in-law, Nick, does the filming, editing, production, and channel management. Her daughter, Maria, helps with food preparation, kitchen setup and fan support. Also, Grandma Gina usually has one or two grand-kids in the kitchen to help.
Does Gina read the comments?
We print out and show her how much love she gets from all her viewers, and she is very thankful and hopes you enjoy her cooking! Your comments bring her lots of joy, laughter, and inspiration to make more videos to share with you.
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[@BearsNCigars]

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[@dianedalrymple7711]

A national treasure to be sure. Gina so good to see you in the kitchen making eggplant. Looks delicious. God Bless🙏🙏♥️

[@chrissy1953]

She is the sweetest little Italian grandma. She brings back memories of my Italian grandma who made spaghetti and meatballs for our family every week. Thank you for posting these videos!

[@JULZ_RULZ]

YAY!!! Gina's in the house!!!🎉 You made my day...R.A. pain is bad today but you are the best medicine for me!!!❤❤❤ ~Juliette in NY. P.S. My grandafather is from Foggia, too!!! Came here in early 1900s. Grandma from Abruzzi. That's on my mother's side. My father's parents came here from Naples. I love what you are doing...feeding the world!!!💕👍☺💐

[@samthunders3611]

So your Napolitano ey?

[@JULZ_RULZ]

@samt 1/2 Napolitano 😁 1/4 Abruzzese 1/4 Foggian😁

[@laurabullinger7183]

LOVE her singing! Everything Gina makes - looks SO good!

[@mariacasella6474]

Happy Friday!!!!best day ever when our Gina makes a wonderful and delicious meal,her beautiful voice in songs and sweet and inspiring and helpful words-love her!!!

[@bbtmac3946]

You bring incredible joy to the world. A few years ago when mother passed my sadness was so deep I barely could breathe. I watched you, learn from you how gracious life can be. Your mannerism & appreciation for life reminded me so of what mother was like. Even though she was born in a different part of Italy, she came from Calabria. You have heartfelt appreciation from many people♥️♥️♥️🥰♥️♥️♥️May God bless you with good health…

[@JULZ_RULZ]

So sorry for the loss of your mom😢 I know the feeling. My mom passed away a little over a year ago at almost 98!! She was 40 when she had me. 3rd one's a charm! That's why I am the youngest/last of 3!😉 When I don't feel well or miss my mom, Gina is the best medicine!💕 She and my mom look so much alike that it's scary. My grandfather and Gina's family are from Foggia...maybe we are related?😊 Ya never know. My mother's side settled in NYC when they first got here. My father's side went to both Jersey and NY. I make so many of Gina's dishes. This past week I did Shrimp Scampi and last night I did Fettuccine Alfredo. "So delish!".😋😉 Tonight I may do Chicken Francese! I am so glad to have happened upon Gina's channel! She rules!!!😊🍝 🍆 🍷 🍗🍅 🍞🍋

[@lindafromcalifornia1155]

My Italian mother made this for me as a child. I definitely ate my veggies. 😊

[@francineragozine3860]

Gina you bring back so many memories of the cooking that my mother and aunts would do growing up. It was such happy times. Thank you for bringing so much joy to all your viewers. You are very special. God Bless

[@lizinawe]

For me, too. Remind me of living next door to little italiano growing up, but gana is a healing joy.

[@isabelcarvalho8654]

Gina you are a treasure,thank you for singing you have such a beautiful voice,God Bless you.🙏🏻❤️🇵🇹🇨🇦

[@terridovey7648]

That looks AMAZING! I'm going to try this! I've always been taught to bread the eggplant before frying it... but this also looks more healthy and refreshing! Thank you Grandma Gina! You're the BEST! 🌿❤️🌿

[@charlenehughson1486]

I’m so happy to see you today, Gina. Your singing, sweet self & delicious food is just what I needed today. Many thanks once again to you, your son-in-law & family for your beautiful videos❤

[@MarieTav]

Try cutting the fatter end first and you will have the thinner neck to hold on to. I really enjoy your shows and wish you many more healthy years cooking all these wonderful meals that bring so many happy memories for me and others.

[@kitwren1797]

Love watching Gina. I have her book. My friend's mother was from Sicily and she taught me to make stuffed artichokes and Italian cookies.

[@ulj4n]

So glad to see you and hear your beautiful song ❤

[@happysandyh]

Good Morning Grandma Gina! I'm so happy to see you! I love eggplant! Thank you for sharing your recipe! God bless you!

[@the_first_woodwizard]

Good morning Mama Gina. Happy to see you this morning sharing more of your fantastic Sicilian dishes. A dozen or more of which I have made, love every one of them. Thank you so much and keep on singing!

[@julieparker5029]

Thank you, Nonna Gina, for the delicious eggplant recipe. Yummy ❤

[@dolorestaylor2993]

Hi Ms Gina, I watch your video's everyday, just love the way you cook the old way. and your songs, remind me of my grandmother and my sister and aunts ,all singing ,the old Italian songs, that will live forever.Bless you and your family always..

[@kathleenschneider3498]

One of our favorite dishes 😊. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe ❤.

[@christinageha-sf2zg]

I know I always have to watch my fingers I need to wear my glasses thank you Gina you’re amazing.

[@marionlesage4794]

God bless you, Gina! Keep cooking and singing❤

[@rwilson208]

This looks so good. Not yucky like some sandwich shops like Subway for example. You show us how to make the sauce, breads, and foods of your childhood. They are priceless like you are. God Bless you my friend

[@leelee69ification]

Love Grandma Gina God Bless You!❤

[@anadelmyrodriguez1785]

Thank you for the recipe and your music 🙏

[@andreagardner2335]

Love Grandma. I wait all month for her new video.

[@henrysteppel2031]

Hi Gina,one of my favorite veggie,great how you prepare them 👍👍,blessings Gina and family!!

[@elainelawson7472]

Grandma Gina is adorable and her humility and kindness shine through. We can all learn from her that cooking good food is an act of love and giving of oneself; that keeping moving and busy in older age is important; that traditions bind families together; and that the simple things in life bring joy! She's special!

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Gina you lovely lady! I am so glad you’re doing well❤

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I love this lady

[@cherylkerins3155]

I was wondering if you would sing... love when you sing...hugs to you grandma 💘

[@tonywalkingstick8883]

I love your songs and teachings with all my heart. Thank you for making my day much brighter. Your cooking is beautiful. Prayers for blessings for you. ❤ 🙏

[@lisareichert2157]

Love you Gina! You warm my heart!

[@brianbeverage7345]

I appreciate you so much, Gina. I get a warm, happy feeling watching you. Thank you for letting us come into your kitchen. Please, take care of yourself. You are greatly loved by so many.

[@carmendoyle9786]

Oh how I miss u ! Thanks for sharing your videos ❤🇨🇦🇲🇹

[@bv3706]

Thank you, Nona Gina! So happy to see you. 😊❤

[@troyingle1645]

It looks delicious and I love your singing

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I love ❤️ when she sings 😊

[@MichelePerez-kr4lc]

She is the sweetest woman! I love her and all of her cooking videos!!! ❤️

[@josephinecocuzza5302]

Love the way she shows and explains everything perfectly. Many times the simplest recipes are the best! This proves it. I have made this and I recommend you try making this. You will love it, thanks again Gina🥰💕

[@Juschillin2024]

Happy Friday! Congratulations on reaching 1 million subscribers!❤

[@TheRange7]

Gina is so awesome. My mother in law is 91 and coming over later today for Thanksgiving. She's from Italy and cooks like nobody's business. With her getting up there, these days she just guides us in the kitchen and tells us what and how to do it. Like Gina, she's a treasure and we're so lucky to have her. Happy T Day all and God Bless. Thank you Gina.

[@laidyeh]

I just love this little Italian grandma...She cooks, and then breaks into song...Love you grandma Gina...God Bless you...Happy weekend...I have to try this dish...Never had it before...❤😍😘

[@rashmiraniwala7137]

Gina you are grandma to the world. Love you tonnes.

[@jandelbert]

Hi Gina! It’s always SO NICE to see you. Love you ❤️

[@imagination914]

Thank you for sharing this delicious dish Gina ❤

[@steveh1460]

Nonna G. You are an amazing person! Grazie and God bless you! ❤🙏

[@amandascirocco]

I love fried eggplant! I used to watch my nonna cook. She has dementia and lives in jersey I moved to South Carolina. I miss her but Gina reminds me of my nonna!

[@susannahp8107]

Sei cosi dolce, e grazie per tutte le tue fantastiche ricette. Dio vi benedica.

[@DianaCruz-ItsTheLaw]

I’ve been feeling like I’m stuck in a constant routine of stress. I have always loved cooking but stoped for a long time, then I came across lovely Gina and her smile is so contagious that it brightens up my day and gives me the energy cook something up and feel like myself again. Ti amo Gina 🩷🩷 Dio ti benedica 😘

[@marymesquita2564]

Thank you for sharing your joy, and may God bless you and your family.

[@adrinarobinson7982]

I love you, Grandma gina.. It's about 6 :47 pm Eastern time . I will make this dish for a gathering this Sunday. Thank you for all you do for everyone that watches you. You are a beautiful soul and maybe one day I will meet you in person. A fan for groton ct

[@docrock8415]

Gina my sweetheart, you are so right. Eggplant tastes better the next day after being chilled. I like it cold in a sandwich. I peel mine. It's just my preference. Your video's alway make me so hungry. I bet your son-in law loves making your videos because he knows he will be getting to eat the fantastic dishes you make. Lots of love to you.

[@beanex18]

Add meatballs to your fried eggplant sandwich! Yummy! Love you too! 🥰

[@deborahbowman468]

Hi grandma, making chicken marsala today it’s one of my favorites. Every time I make it I watch your video and making it. It is so delicious. Thank you for all of the videos that you put out you’re a sweetheart.

[@pmmccrea]

Gina, Gina, I love when you sing in the kitchen; you sound so happy. I know you love to cook. You wanna eat, you gotta cook! God bless you Gina

[@michellecinquegrano3020]

Hi beautiful Gina I just made this last Sunday I love it too I make it every Sunday with dinner

[@Gaetano.94]

I made this last week:) exactly how my nonna makes it:) Brava cantari Nonna! Brava!

[@chadbouffiou6231]

Miss Gina looks and sounds like my great grandmother. I smile every time I watch her make all the food my family loves. Thank you for making me so happy ❤

[@gloriadimaio854]

God Bless you Grandma, thank you for all your wonderful recipes. My dad came from Sicily and he would cook many of the recipes that you cook.

[@pamelavargas2264]

New kitchen? Love watching you cook and listening to stories

[@samthunders3611]

I thought it looked different

[@philipbara7806]

This is the lunch food from my childhood, made exactly like my Sicilian Nonna showed me.

[@petera618]

This is the simple way my mother would make them who was also from Sicily.

[@arianemariano3807]

My grandmother used to fry eggplant like this & put it on top of pasta! Delish! Thanks for sharing Gina! 👌🏼 🍆 ❤

[@courtbox]

I made your lentil soup recipe earlier this week and have eaten it everyday for lunch. So delicious, thank you!

[@maryspeth3469]

Oh missed that vid- will look it up now. 🙂

[@courtbox]

@@maryspeth3469 it’s from 4 years ago

[@mjbaz1]

Mama Gina, you could a big sandwich by adding prosciutto di Parma, provolone cheese, Genoa salami, or canned Italian tuna. Maybe even with some chopped olives or pepperoncini. It looks so good. Grazie mille!

[@mariesmith8076]

Grandma so easy on the salt please!!! Love eating your videos!

[@d3ath8ybac0n4]

My Irish grandmas left long ago. Glad I can be taught today about continuing old school recipes!!! Whatever culture, let's learn.

[@christinenapoli5106]

Gina adds love & joy into her cooking. Extra great ingredients.

[@joannaterrell4537]

She makes all the foods that I grew up on and more.. And I know that they are all delicious.

[@observer4497]

I finally accomplished growing Big Eggplant this year ,, thank you Gina for sharing how to use it. Last year I successfully grew oriental Eggplant and made some great dishes with it.…🙌

[@PhoeniXTigerCendaya]

I do love lola/grandmas way of preparing and cooking, its delicious surely. ❤

[@andreac.6164]

GINA!!! I love you. You bring me back to my childhood with grandma.

[@casandradickinson8518]

God bless you Nonna, thank you for all you do❤️

[@terithecook]

God bless Nonna! Eggplant is always delicious!

[@kirbiejohnson4475]

Miss Gina, I know I should have looked up your channel before I messed 😶up my eggplant today. This recipe was so easy. thank you, you are a beautiful soul for sure. blessings to you and your family

[@paulscaglione6222]

Beautiful, cooked with gentleness, wisdom and love...God bless!

[@toni812629]

Gina you remind me of my Nonna( God rest her soul)! She loved her family but if you didn't do things her way look out! Bless you and your family! I love your videos....Thank you❤❤❤🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@Grandmomsurvival22]

We Love you Gina ❤Thank You & many blessings for you & your family & everyone.

[@Whatsmyhandlelol]

I recently started watching KZbin and came across your page. Gina, you are so lovely and your videos are awesome! I will be making all of your dishes and I ordered your cookbook from Amazon yesterday, it will be delivered sometime today and I’m so excited to read through it. Right now I’m making your pasta e fagioli and for dinner your bolognese👩🏻‍🍳😋 Thank you 💚🤍❤️🇮🇹

[@AChavez-p5k]

That.looks veryvery good thank-you mama

[@SharaPoet1]

I love watching Gina. I grew up in the Little Italy of my hometown and she reminds me of the neighborhood nonnas who fed us all and who we all loved. God bless you Gina and thank you for the wonderful recipes and memories!

[@donnaviola2530]

Thanks Gina this is how my mom made it! God Bless you ❤

[@bc111151]

Looks delicious!!!

[@kathyhanks2750]

Grandma Gina with these great eggplant recipes I am going to try and grow eggplant next spring. Thank you and God Bless

[@mirabellandia4757]

Buon venerdì Nonna G! Sono molto felice a vedere un video nuovo 😃 Come sempre, una buona ricetta - un piatto semplice e veloce e buonissimo, specialmente quando non vogliamo tante cose di mangiare anche per antipasto. Delizioso - veramente 😋 Ti voglio bene Nonna. Stai bene 😊🥰🙏

[@srfmomflorida3532]

Thank you Grandma Gina!!❤ I’m 72 and have never cooked eggplant like this!! I can’t wait to make my sandwich! I love watching you cook!

[@whiskybravopapa]

As always. We love you Nonna. Beautiful recipe. Keep singing, and telling your stories. 💕

[@rafaelcalzadilla9064]

God bless you nonna

[@katjaxxx7353]

This is one of my fav recipes ever x

[@MissLee545]

Thank you, beautiful Gina! ❤

[@stacb]

Lovely dish. God bless you grandma!

[@Silverspices]

Thank you so much for another masterpiece! I have learned so much from you and your cookbook! My family is really enjoying your recipes!❤

[@danielwiken7075]

Gina thank you for your wonderful recipe with eggplant. You are a joy to watch. I am a long time gardener and egg plant is one of my favorite vegetables to grow. I’m always looking for different ideas. Thank you you made my day today.😊

[@victordepaul1061]

Looks so simple yet delicious Gina.😋

[@dise6692]

Have a nice Holidays Gina…God keep you in good Health and keep on singing

[@nadejda1]

Thank you so much, Gina!

[@patriciagrier282]

Hey Ms. Gina. It's always good to see you. Blessings ❤

[@dalerardon1687]

Love Grandma, thank you for another amazing recipe!

[@michaelbrownlee9497]

ohhh, soak it before.... i always battered it then baked it in the oven with mozzarella. Gonna try this method....thank you Nonna. KZbin gold.

[@susiedix6387]

Your the best Gina. And a wonderful human being. God bless you🙏🌹🥇