GRILLED WHOLE EGGPLANT WITH HARISSA VINAIGRETTE
Nestle a whole eggplant in the dying embers of a charcoal grill (or char it on the grates of your grill) and it'll soften into a deliciously smoky, spoonable mush. An easy harissa vinaigrette poured over the top adds sweet, spicy flavor to this summertime appetizer.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Eggplant Grill/Barbecue Lemon Juice Honey Parsley Bread Soy Free Dairy Free Peanut Free Summer Fall Dinner Appetizer
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare a charcoal fire in a grill. Let coals cool to medium heat (coals should be covered with ash and glowing red with no black remaining).
- Grill eggplant directly on coals, turning occasionally, until skin is blackened and flesh has collapsed, 15-20 minutes. (Alternatively, grill on the grate of a gas or charcoal grill over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, 20-25 minutes.) Transfer to a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet and let cool slightly.
- Carefully remove skin from eggplant, leaving stem intact. Season on all sides with 1/2 tsp. salt. Let sit on rack until excess water is drained, 20-30 minutes.
- Whisk oil, lemon juice, harissa, honey, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt in a small bowl to combine.
- Using a paring knife, make several slits down length of eggplant on each side. Transfer to a plate and pour dressing over. Top with parsley and serve with bread alongside.
- Do Ahead: Eggplant (without parsley) can be dressed 8 hours ahead. Let sit at room temperature up to 4 hours. Chill, if waiting longer, and let sit at room temperature 1 hour before serving.
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Elijah Kyle
[email protected]I love this recipe! The eggplant is so tender and flavorful, and the harissa vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.
Khadijah Ahmad
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. The harissa vinaigrette is a great way to add flavor to the eggplant.
Saviour Umujose
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The eggplant is always perfectly cooked and the harissa vinaigrette is delicious.
Rohim Miya
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the harissa vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch.
Sub Shahbaz
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The harissa vinaigrette really made the dish.
bisaso henry
[email protected]This dish is a great way to enjoy eggplant. The harissa vinaigrette is a perfect complement to the smoky flavor of the grilled eggplant.
HadiHadi HadiHadi
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the harissa vinaigrette was a delicious addition.
Rehan Rasuli
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. The grilled eggplant is delicious and the harissa vinaigrette is a refreshing change from the usual BBQ sauce.
Suk Pakhi
[email protected]I love this recipe! The eggplant is so tender and flavorful, and the harissa vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.
Ak jadoon
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. The harissa vinaigrette is a great way to add flavor to the eggplant.
Ma. Soledadgg Rodriguez
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the harissa vinaigrette.
Justin Karmasek
[email protected]This dish is a great way to enjoy eggplant. The harissa vinaigrette is a perfect complement to the smoky flavor of the grilled eggplant.
Parvez babu
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the harissa vinaigrette was delicious.
Deepak Sonti
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the harissa vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch.
Ummu salma Shuaibu
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The eggplant is perfectly cooked and the harissa vinaigrette is delicious.
Nkosazana Manga
[email protected]The flavors in this dish are amazing! The smokiness of the eggplant pairs perfectly with the spicy and tangy harissa vinaigrette. It's a great vegetarian main course or side dish.
Sheila Mugo
[email protected]This grilled eggplant recipe with harissa vinaigrette is a fantastic dish! The eggplant is smoky and tender, and the harissa vinaigrette is a perfect complement with its spicy and tangy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!