RICE WITH EGGPLANT

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 1/2 cups eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 cup converted rice
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 cups water
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a heavy saucepan. Add the onions, the garlic and the eggplant. Cook briefly, stirring, until wilted.
  • Add the rice and stir to blend. Add the bay leaf, the water and the pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, stirring, cover tightly and simmer for 17 minutes.
  • Uncover, remove the bay leaf and stir with a fork to fluff.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 254, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 457 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

AYUSH YT
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I'm grateful for this recipe. It's a delicious and versatile dish that I can easily adjust to my dietary preferences.


Kidada Wright
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This rice with eggplant dish exceeded my expectations. It's a flavorful and comforting meal that I highly recommend.


Akinwumi Esther
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This recipe is a keeper!


A.A Tech
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I'm already craving this dish again!


B o o t l e g P e e p
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This recipe deserves a spot in my regular cooking rotation!


JeDuctionZ
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I'll be making this again soon!


Nunna Yafukinbizness
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Definitely recommend this recipe!


Angel Samson
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5 stars!


Roua Mardiny
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Yum!


lilahtheGachatuber
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the eggplant was tender and smoky.


Husky 747
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! My guests raved about the aromatic and flavorful rice and eggplant.


Umar Sajjad
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I was surprised at how well the spices complemented the eggplant and rice. It's a unique and flavorful combination that I'll definitely be making again.


Lousanda Michael
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The roasted eggplant added a smoky and tender touch to the rice, making it a standout dish.


Billy Jeffery
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I love how easy this recipe was to follow! Even as a beginner in the kitchen, I was able to create a delicious and impressive dish that my family loved.


Gabriel Adekunle
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This rice with eggplant dish was a delightful culinary experience. The flavors of the roasted eggplant, fragrant basmati rice, and aromatic spices blended perfectly, creating a harmonious and satisfying meal.