Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our delectable Eggplant Caviar and Fresh Tomato Coulis recipes.
Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the perfect balance of smoky roasted eggplants, tangy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Discover the secrets of creating a velvety smooth eggplant caviar, a classic appetizer that will tantalize your taste buds.
Learn how to whip up a refreshing tomato coulis, a versatile sauce that complements grilled meats, fish, and pasta dishes. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this comprehensive guide will turn you into a master of these culinary gems. Prepare to impress your family and friends with these delectable dishes that showcase the essence of Mediterranean cuisine.
EGGPLANT CAVIAR
An old Russian favorite, this dish goes perfectly atop pita bread or served as a dip.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Roast eggplants: Using a wooden skewer, pierce eggplants all over. Turn two gas burners or a gas grill to high flame; place one eggplant on each. Cook, turning with tongs as each side blackens and softens, until skins are completely black and flesh is falling-apart tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from flame; transfer to a nonreactive baking dish. Place one end of dish on a slant so that the juices can run from the eggplants. When cool enough to handle, peel away all blackened skin.
- Place eggplant flesh in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until pureed. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the onion, tomatoes, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature with pita or rye bread.
EGGPLANT CAVIAR
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Halve eggplants and rub the flesh sides with 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Place on racks set on baking sheets. Roast for 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit until cool enough to handle. Scoop flesh into a food processor and puree until creamy. Remove to a large mixing bowl and fold in the tomatoes, olives, parsley, garlic, and lemon juice. Whisk in the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Halve eggplants and rub the flesh sides with 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Place on racks set on baking sheets. Roast for 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit until cool enough to handle. Scoop flesh into a food processor and puree until creamy. Remove to a large mixing bowl and fold in the tomatoes, olives, parsley, garlic, and lemon juice. Whisk in the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
EGGPLANT CAVIAR
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Brush eggplant with olive oil and roast eggplants at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until soft.
- Saute the garlic and shallots in 2 ounces olive oil over low heat until they are translucent and aromatic.
- After the eggplant has cooled, remove the pulp from the skins, and place in a food processor and process until smooth.
- Place mixture in a bowl and add remaining ingredients along with garlic and shallots. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper, and serve with pita wedges
SICILIAN EGGPLANT CAVIAR
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Prick eggplants all over with a fork, then place on a sheet pan. Roast until tender, about 45 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Cut eggplants in half lengthwise, and scoop out meat into a saucepan. Simmer until most of the liquid is evaporated and eggplant is dry, about 20 minutes. Set aside.
- In a large saute pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper, and saute one minute. Add anchovies and olives, and saute another minute, stirring continuously. Add tomatoes, and cook a minute more. Add eggplant, and cook two minutes. Add cheese, croutons and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in mint and parsley until well combined. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 179, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 594 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
EGGPLANT WITH TOMATOES
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Trim off each end of eggplant. Cut eggplant lengthwise in half. Place each half, cut side down, on flat surface and cut crosswise into half-moon shapes, each about one-third-inch thick. There should be a total of about 34 slices.
- Trim off ends of tomatoes and cut away the cores. Cut tomatoes crosswise into slices, each about one-inch thick. There should be about 32 pieces. Alternate tomato slices with eggplant slices and arrange them compactly in a baking dish.
- Combine garlic, rosemary and oregano and sprinkle over layered eggplant. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and dribble oil over all.
- Place dish in the oven and bake 30 minutes. Baste the layered eggplant with any juices that have accumulated around it. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 225, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 582 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
TOMATO EGGPLANT BAKE
Cheesy and delicious, this casserole features a crisp crumb topping. It's a good meatless entree for a summer-time meal.-Faye Wortman, Evansville, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place eggplant slices in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand 30 minutes. Rinse and drain well. , Preheat oven to 450°. Layer eggplant, tomato and onion in a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with 4 tablespoons butter; sprinkle with basil. Cover and bake 20 minutes. , Toss bread crumbs and remaining butter. Arrange mozzarella cheese over vegetables; sprinkle with crumb mixture and Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
EGGPLANT CAVIAR
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dips and spreads, appetizer
Time 2h10m
Yield Five cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Halve the eggplants lengthwise, score with a knife and sprinkle lightly with the kosher salt. Cover with a heavy plate and weigh down the plate to press out the moisture for 1 hour.
- Squeeze excess water from the eggplants. Lay the eggplants skin side down on the coals and roast until completely soft, from 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the heat of the coals. Remove and set aside to cool.
- When the eggplants are cool enough to handle, skin them. Place in a wooden bowl and use a fork to mince them. Remove the pulp to a piece of clean cloth or a towel to drain the excess liquid.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, mustard and salt and pepper. Add the eggplant pulp and stir to mix. Serve immediately or store on ice for up to two days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 264, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 696 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
EGGPLANT AND TOMATO CASSEROLE
This is a delicious, easy-to-make, vegetarian casserole! Eggplant, tomato and onion are layered and seasoned with a splash of balsamic vinegar before being topped off with bread crumbs. There are a million variations and additions that you can make to this recipe! Be creative!
Provided by LPATTERSON1978
Categories Side Dish Casseroles
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Season the eggplant slices with salt, and let stand for about 10 minutes. Drain off liquid.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Quickly brown the eggplant slices on each side.
- Place a layer of the eggplant slices in an 8 inch square baking dish or casserole dish. Place some tomato slices over the eggplant, and then a few slices of onion. Repeat layers until you run out of eggplant. Pour balsamic vinegar over everything. In a small bowl, stir together the bread crumbs and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread in a layer over the vegetables.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown and the eggplant is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 212.6 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right eggplant: Look for eggplants that are firm and heavy for their size, with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid eggplants that are soft, wrinkled, or have brown spots.
- Charring the eggplant: Charring the eggplant over an open flame or under a broiler adds a smoky flavor to the caviar. Make sure to keep a close eye on the eggplant so that it doesn't burn.
- Use a food processor: A food processor makes quick work of chopping the eggplant and other vegetables. If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the vegetables by hand, but it will take a bit longer.
- Don't overmix the caviar: The caviar should be chunky, not smooth. Overmixing will make it too mushy.
- Chill the caviar before serving: Chilling the caviar for at least an hour before serving allows the flavors to meld and develop.
Conclusion:
Eggplant caviar is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, dip, or spread. It's also a great way to use up leftover eggplant. With its smoky flavor and chunky texture, eggplant caviar is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
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