GRILLED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) PARCELS

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These little Italian bundles of tomatoes, mozzarella chees and basil, wrapped in slices of eggplant and then cooked on the BBQ. Cooking time includes refrigerating the parcels for 20 minutes.

Provided by Chippie1

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggplants
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced into 8 pieces
2 tomatoes, sliced into 8 pieces
16 large fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt & pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato paste
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Remove the stalks from the eggplants and slice lengthwise into 1/4" slices.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the eggplant slices for 2 minutes.
  • Drain and pat slices dry with paper towel.
  • Take 2 eggplant slices and arranged in a cross.
  • Assemble with a slice of tomato in the center, season with salt & pepper, next a basil leaf and then a slice of mozzarella, another basil leaf, another tomato and more seasoning.
  • Fold the ends of the eggplant slices around the filling.
  • Chill the parcels for 20 minutes in fridge.
  • To make the sauce, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, tomato paste, and lemon juice.
  • Season with salt & pepper.
  • Baste the eggplant parcels with sauce and grill for about 10 minutes, turning once.

Jason Rivers
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.


Md Pias
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


ShArRy GoNdAl
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These eggplant parcels were a waste of time. They didn't taste good at all.


Jctkam KH
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my eggplant parcels turned out mushy.


Agaba Osbert
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This recipe was too complicated for me. I think I'll try a different one next time.


Florena Micah
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I had a hard time finding eggplant at my local grocery store.


Nira Gosier
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These eggplant parcels were a bit bland. I think I'll add more spices next time.


Fa Heem
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I'll definitely be making these eggplant parcels again.


Mohammed Mahmoud
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These eggplant parcels were delicious! The flavors were amazing.


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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy eggplant.


Savanna Thompson
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These eggplant parcels are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're always a crowd-pleaser.


Tumi Mohubu
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of cheese and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


BD Mim
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These eggplant parcels were so easy to make, and they turned out so well. I'll definitely be making them again.


Siamsiam Siamsiam
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I made these eggplant parcels for a potluck, and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them!


alam shah
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This dish was a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The end result was so impressive.


Haulah Fatie
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I've never been a big fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilled eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the filling was delicious.


TARIQ SHABBIR
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These eggplant parcels were a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flavors was amazing, and the presentation was beautiful.