EGGPLANT SPREAD (BAKLAZHANNAIA IKRA)

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The combination of these ingredients will tempt your palate. Recipe comes from recipegoldmine. Cook time includes CHILL time.

Provided by Ck2plz

Categories     Vegetable

Time P1DT10h30m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (1 lb) eggplant
1 medium green bell pepper
1 small onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Prick eggplant 3 or 4 times with fork. Wrap green pepper in aluminum foil. Place eggplant and green pepper in shallow baking dish. Bake at 400 degrees F until eggplant is very soft, about 35 minutes; cool. Remove skin from eggplant and seeds from green pepper; chop eggplant and green pepper.
  • Cook and stir onion and garlic in oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat until onion is tender. Stir in eggplant, green pepper and remaining ingredients except bread. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.
  • Place mixture in blender container. Cover and blend on high speed, stopping blender occasionally to scrape sides, until smooth, about 1 minute. Cover and refrigerate until very cold, at least 4 hours.
  • Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.1, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 848.6, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 18.8, Protein 4.9

Elizabeth Skidmore
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover eggplant. I always have a few eggplants on hand, so this is a great way to use them up.


Faizan Atik
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This spread is so easy to make. I love that I can throw it together in a few minutes.


Beverly Jezek
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I love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant. It really makes this spread special.


Elnaz Mos
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This is the perfect appetizer for a party. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


SK SULTAN AHMED
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I've made this spread several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


AF Akram
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Ugochukwu Abraham
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this spread. It's smoky and flavorful, and the texture is really nice.


Amit Daiboch
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I love the fact that this recipe is vegan. It's a great way to get my daily dose of vegetables.


G. Ikram
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This spread is so versatile! I've used it as a dip, a sandwich spread, and even a pizza topping. It's always a hit.


Adam Napolitano
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I'm a big fan of eggplant, so I was excited to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The spread is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Melkam Mekonnen
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This is the best eggplant spread I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.


Wally Baird
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The eggplant spread was a bit too smoky for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think next time I'll roast the eggplant for a shorter amount of time.


Buhle Thabethe
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I've made this spread several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect dish to serve at a party or potluck.


Nekeil Budree
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This eggplant spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. I love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant and the creamy texture of the spread. I also appreciate that it's a healthy and vegan dish.