ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH ROASTED EGGPLANT AND CINNAMON-CUMIN DRESSING

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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Side     Roast     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Eggplant     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Cinnamon     Potluck     Couscous     Cumin     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
2 3/4-pound unpeeled eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (8 to 9 cups)
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 cup Israeli couscous
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Coat rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Place eggplant cubes on sheet; drizzle with 3 tablespoons oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Roast until tender, turning occasionally, about 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook couscous in boiling salted water until just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Rinse under cold water until cool; drain again. Place in large bowl.
  • Toast cumin seeds in small skillet over medium-high heat until slightly darkened, about 4 minutes. Grind seeds in spice mill; place in small bowl. Add vinegar, cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons oil. Whisk to blend; season with salt and pepper. Mix in onion.
  • Add raisins, cilantro, eggplant cubes, and dressing to couscous. Toss to coat.

Google Sucks
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This dish was a complete failure. The eggplant was tough and the dressing was way too salty.


Gracie Chicken
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more spices.


Kaniel Gramling
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The dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste, but otherwise this dish was very good.


Suvro Shing
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. I'll try it again with less cumin next time.


Selman Mohammed
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish was amazing! The smoky flavor of the eggplant was incredible.


Jonika Chettri
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Loved this recipe! The roasted eggplant was so flavorful and the dressing was the perfect complement. Will definitely make this again.


Ebrahim Ali
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The eggplant was roasted to perfection and the dressing was amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jonathan Jayden
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I was a bit skeptical about the cinnamon-cumin dressing, but it really worked! The flavors all came together perfectly. This is a great dish for a weeknight meal.


abdul khalak Khalak
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I loved the smoky flavor of the eggplant and the tangy dressing. Will definitely make it again.


Ch Qasiar Afzaal
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is amazing, and it's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Faye Watkins
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This Israeli couscous dish was a hit with my family! The roasted eggplant added a delicious smoky flavor, and the cinnamon-cumin dressing was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.