GRILLED JAPANESE EGGPLANT WITH AN ASIAN VINAIGRETTE
High in fiber and low in calories, grilled eggplant makes a great addition to your main meal. COOK'S TIP: For an alternative serving suggestion, marinate the eggplant overnight in the vinaigrette described below, grill until lightly brown, and serve on crusty rolls topped with Montrachet goat cheese slices - DELICIOUS!
Provided by Feast Your Eyes
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Wash eggplants and pat dry with paper towels, set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl combine the Chinese 5-spice powder, onion powder, garlic salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Slice the eggplants in half lengthwise, brush with olive oil and rub the mixed spices on both sides.
- Grill over low heat for about 5 minutes on each side, or until tender.
- Arrange cabbage on serving plates and top with grilled eggplant; drizzle with the asian vinaigrette.
- Top with the fresh mint, feta, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
- Asian Vinaigrette:.
- In a blender or food processor, combine all the ingredients except the vegetable and sesame oils. With the blender/processor running, slowly pour in the vegetalbe oil followed by the sesame oil. Process for 10 to 15 seconds longer. Refrigerate until ready to serve. (If necessary, whisk before serving.).
- COOK'S TIP: Leftover vinaigrette makes for a tasty salad dressing or marinade for fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.9, Fat 32.3, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 761, Carbohydrate 38.2, Fiber 17.3, Sugar 18.6, Protein 9.7
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Dubai Sharja
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The Asian vinaigrette is the perfect complement to the grilled eggplant.
Allachka Agabekyan12
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat eggplant.
Aisha Crisha
[email protected]I love the way the Asian vinaigrette complements the grilled eggplant. It's a great way to add some extra flavor to the dish.
Melissa Arakken
[email protected]This grilled eggplant dish is a great addition to any summer cookout. It's easy to make and always a hit with guests.
Ryan Izay
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a great way to cook eggplant, and the Asian vinaigrette is delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Ronik Abcronik
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat eggplant. The Asian vinaigrette is a great way to add some sweetness and flavor to the eggplant.
Dennis Onyema
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The eggplant is smoky and tender, and the Asian vinaigrette is sweet, sour, and savory.
Md Kholilur Rahman
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. The eggplant is grilled to perfection and the Asian vinaigrette is a refreshing and flavorful addition.
aqib tariq
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The eggplant is always tender and flavorful, and the Asian vinaigrette is delicious.
Ssnij Pangyani
[email protected]This grilled eggplant dish was a great way to use up some of the eggplant from my garden. It was easy to make and very tasty.
Leatgatluok Phar
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggplant, and this recipe didn't disappoint. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the Asian vinaigrette was the perfect complement.
Homeboy
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal.
Dennis Yegon
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The eggplant was grilled to perfection and the Asian vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Oyin Adesokan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the Asian vinaigrette was delicious.
Tangil Hossin
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, yet it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I'm definitely going to make it again for my next dinner party.
Ganiu To
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor that the grill gives to the eggplant. And the Asian vinaigrette is the perfect complement, with its balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.
Abu_ lelean
[email protected]I've tried many grilled eggplant recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of flavors in the Asian vinaigrette is perfect, and the eggplant is cooked to perfection.
Rita Morkly
[email protected]This grilled Japanese eggplant dish was a hit at our dinner party. The Asian vinaigrette added a delicious and tangy flavor to the tender eggplant. I highly recommend it!