COUSCOUS-STUFFED EGGPLANT
Eggplant shells cradle a filling of couscous, ricotta, and roasted garlic.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Wrap garlic in aluminum foil. Cook until cloves are soft, 20 to 30 minutes. Let cool, and squeeze the soft garlic from the cloves; set aside.
- Cut 3 eggplant in half lengthwise, and place the 6 halves cut side up on a cutting board. Using a paring knife, cut around the perimeters, leaving a 1/3-inch-wide border and being careful not to cut through skin. Cutting down through flesh, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-wide strips. Using a small spoon, scoop out the strips, keeping skin intact. Cut strips into 1/4-inch dice. Set both the diced eggplant and shells aside. Cut the remaining eggplant, skin on, into 1/4-inch dice. Set aside.
- In a large skillet set over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and slightly browned, 4 to 6 minutes. Add all diced eggplant, bell pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cover; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 6 to 8 minutes. If mixture starts to become dry, add the additional tablespoon olive oil. Set aside.
- Place couscous in a medium heat-proof bowl. Pour 1 cup boiling water over couscous. Cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let sit until slightly cooled, 10 to 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Add lemon zest, ricotta, parsley, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add the reserved eggplant mixture, the roasted garlic, and cherry tomatoes. Stir to combine.
- Fill each reserved eggplant shell with couscous mixture. Cover with aluminum foil. Bake until warm throughout and shell has softened, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove foil, and continue cooking until tops are toasty brown, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 g, Cholesterol 3 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 379 g
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Jackson Thomas
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the couscous stuffing was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Mohammad Zubair Chandio
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover rice from a previous meal and I decided to make this dish. It was a quick and easy meal to prepare, and it was very tasty.
Ahmad Abram
[email protected]I've made this recipe a few times and it's always a hit! The eggplants are always perfectly cooked and the couscous stuffing is so flavorful. I love serving this dish with a side of yogurt sauce.
bruk baba
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The eggplants were cooked perfectly and the couscous stuffing was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Epic-Ace-Studios
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The eggplants were so tender and the couscous stuffing was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
RAYYAN RAYYAN
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. The eggplants are a good source of fiber and the couscous stuffing is a good source of protein. It's a healthy and delicious dish that everyone will enjoy.
Randy Hood
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The eggplant is savory and the couscous stuffing is sweet and tangy. It's a great dish for a potluck or a party.
Touhidul Biswas
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover couscous. I had some leftover from a previous meal and I decided to make this dish. It was a quick and easy meal to prepare, and it was very tasty.
Amy Tomlinson
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the couscous stuffing was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Kauma Amir
[email protected]This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The eggplants were perfectly cooked and the couscous stuffing was delicious. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
Daniel Nwabueze
[email protected]I love this recipe! I've made it several times and it's always a winner. The eggplants are so tender and flavorful, and the couscous stuffing is so delicious. I usually add a little extra spice to mine to give it a bit of a kick.
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[email protected]I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out great! The flavors were well-balanced and the eggplant was cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of yogurt sauce and it was a hit with my family.
jimmy pennington
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The eggplants were tender and flavorful, and the couscous stuffing was perfectly seasoned. I highly recommend this dish to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive vegetarian main course.