GRILLED BABY EGGPLANTS WITH FRESH RICOTTA AND FARM STAND TOMATOES

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Grilled Baby Eggplants with Fresh Ricotta and Farm Stand Tomatoes image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, smashed
2 sprigs fresh oregano, leaves removed and roughly chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup fresh whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
4 baby eggplants, halved
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Combine the tomatoes, garlic, oregano, and parsley in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature while you prepare the eggplant or for up to 2 hours.
  • Combine the ricotta and lemon zest in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate while you prepare the eggplant or for up to 2 hours.
  • Heat a grill to high or a grill pan over high heat.
  • Brush the eggplant on both sides with the canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the eggplant, cut-side down, until golden brown and caramelized, about 4 minutes. Flip the eggplant and grill until the bottom is golden brown and the eggplant is tender, about 3 minutes more.
  • Transfer the eggplant to a platter, cut-side up, and top each half with a large dollop of the ricotta. Spoon the tomatoes over the top and serve.

Babu Mahat
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I had a hard time finding baby eggplants at my local grocery store. I ended up using regular eggplants, which were a bit too big for this recipe.


mdsaidul islam
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning or a more flavorful topping.


Emmanuel Niyomwungeri
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I love grilled vegetables, and these baby eggplants were no exception. They were grilled perfectly and the ricotta and tomato topping was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Lars Girhagen
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The grilled eggplants were tender and flavorful, and the ricotta and tomato topping was creamy and tangy. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Nazzie ug1
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The grilled eggplants were tender and flavorful, and the ricotta and tomato topping was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again.


Nchimunya Muleya
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The grilled eggplants were delicious and the ricotta and tomato topping was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again for a special occasion.


Tw Min
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggplant, and this recipe didn't disappoint. The grilled eggplants were tender and flavorful, and the ricotta and tomato topping was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Yunisha Tamang
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This recipe is a keeper! The eggplants were grilled perfectly and the ricotta and tomato topping was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of grilled bread and it was a delicious meal.


Christopher Mwamba
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! The eggplants were grilled perfectly and the ricotta and tomato topping was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Arshad Sheikh
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These grilled baby eggplants were a great appetizer for our party. They were easy to make and everyone loved them.


Isaiah Grey.
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I loved this recipe! The eggplants were so tender and flavorful, and the ricotta and tomato topping was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.


shaunnet dememar
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This dish was delicious! The eggplants were grilled perfectly and the ricotta and tomato topping was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of grilled zucchini and it was a perfect summer meal.


Amjad official
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilled eggplants were tender and flavorful, and the ricotta and tomato topping was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this dish again!


shaheda akter shaheda
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These grilled baby eggplants were a hit at our summer cookout! The ricotta and tomato topping was creamy and flavorful, and the grilled eggplants had a lovely smoky flavor. We'll definitely be making these again.