EGGPLANT STUFFED WITH RICE AND TOMATO
Steps:
- 1. Cut the eggplants in half. With a grapefruit spoon or a small knife, remove the flesh to within 1/2 inch of the skins. 2. Sprinkle the eggplant shells with salt, and let sit for 30 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients. Chop the flesh, and steam for 20 minutes, until tender. 3. In a large bowl, combine a third of the tomatoes, the steamed eggplant, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, all but 1 clove of the garlic, the rice, herbs and the juice of one of the lemons. Season with salt and pepper. 4. Oil a large flameproof casserole or an earthenware casserole set over a flame tamer. Combine the remaining tomatoes, olive oil, allspice, cinnamon, lemon juice, sugar, tomato paste and remaining garlic in the casserole. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Fill the eggplant shells with the rice mixture, and arrange in the casserole in a single layer. Add water if necessary to cover about a third of the eggplant. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, cover tightly and reduce the heat to low. Simmer 45 minutes to an hour until the eggplant and rice are tender. Remove from the heat. 5. Using two spatulas (the eggplants are soft at this point), transfer the eggplants to a platter. Bring the sauce to a boil. If it is not already thick, reduce until thick and fragrant. Pour over the eggplants, and allow to cool to warm or room temperature. They're good chilled as well. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
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Gezahegn Million
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight dinner. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.
Diego Kayuna
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The eggplant is always cooked perfectly and the filling is delicious.
JeremyMindset
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious.
hosen ali ali
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious! The eggplant is cooked perfectly and the filling is flavorful.
Deanna Playz
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The eggplant is tender and the filling is flavorful.
Erick Mwila
[email protected]I love this dish! It's so flavorful and satisfying. The eggplant is cooked perfectly and the filling is delicious.
Nhlanhlalucky Dubula
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The eggplant is tender and flavorful, and the filling is rich and satisfying.
Basmala Hesham
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the eggplant was cooked perfectly.
zacharia sindani
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Charlie Bishop
[email protected]I love this recipe! The eggplant is always cooked perfectly and the filling is always flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Amber Khan
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfectly. The eggplant was tender and the filling was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Al Baloshi
[email protected]I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The eggplant is always cooked perfectly, and the filling is flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe!
Tyshaun Burks
[email protected]This eggplant dish was an absolute delight! The flavors of the rice, tomato, and eggplant came together perfectly, and the texture was amazing. I especially enjoyed the crispy edges of the eggplant.