ROASTED EGGPLANT AND TOMATOES

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Also known as baigan chokah, this dish is often eaten with simple whole-grain flatbreads, such as chapatis, or rice. It can also be served as part of a meal in small, individual bowls. This recipe is courtesy of Madhur Jaffrey.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield Makes 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound slim, tender eggplants (about 4 Japanese or 2 Italian)
2 medium plum tomatoes (8 ounces)
1 to 2 fresh hot green chiles, such as bird's-eye, Indian long, or serrano, finely chopped
4 1/2 teaspoons peeled and minced shallot
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 to 3 teaspoons fresh lime juice
3 teaspoons mustard oil or fruity, good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler, with rack in top third of oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Use a fork to prick eggplants all over; prick tomatoes in a few places. Place both vegetables on prepared sheet and broil, turning occasionally, until charred all over and very soft, 15 to 20 minutes for tomatoes and slim eggplants, up to 40 minutes for larger eggplants. Remove as done and place in a sieve set over a bowl; let cool.
  • When cool enough to handle, peel eggplants and tomatoes. Remove and chop pulp finely; place in a bowl. Add chiles, shallot, mint, cilantro, lime juice, and 2 teaspoons mustard oil; season with salt and pepper. Mix and taste for balance of seasonings, adjusting as necessary. Refrigerate until ready to serve, or up to 2 days.
  • Put chokah in a serving bowl; drizzle remaining 1 teaspoon mustard oil over top. Serve cold or room temperature.

Hsbubb Ljfan
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my eggplant didn't come out as soft as I would have liked. I think I'll try roasting it for a little longer next time.


Mojisola Banjoko
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit! I love the combination of roasted eggplant and tomatoes. It's a great dish to serve as a side or as a main course.


Sagor Sopna
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll try using less olive oil next time.


Kiran Tamang
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant and tomatoes. I love the combination of roasted vegetables and fresh herbs. It's a healthy and delicious dish that's perfect for a summer meal.


Megan Peters
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised! The eggplant was roasted to perfection, and the tomatoes added a nice sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Malik Wahab
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of roasted eggplant and tomatoes. It's a great dish to share.


shah one
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I roasted the eggplant and tomatoes for a little longer than the recipe called for, and it turned out perfectly! The eggplant was soft and tender, and the tomatoes were caramelized and sweet.


Snowyte34
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This recipe is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover eggplant and tomatoes. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


FULL RAJA GAMING
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my eggplant didn't come out as soft as I would have liked. I think I'll try roasting it for a little longer next time.


ashiq ahmad
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my dish turned out perfectly! The eggplant was roasted to perfection, and the tomatoes were bursting with flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Sunny 638
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit! I love the combination of roasted eggplant and tomatoes. It's a great dish to serve as a side or as a main course.


fakhar bilal
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll try using less olive oil next time.


Irfan Rana
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised! The eggplant was roasted to perfection, and the tomatoes added a nice sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Richmond Addo
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I like to add my own twist by adding some chopped fresh basil and oregano. It really takes the flavor up a notch!


Hector's gaming
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my eggplant didn't come out as soft as I would have liked. I think I'll try roasting it for a little longer next time.


Shesha Lover
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover eggplant and tomatoes. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


Ella V
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it.


Tj Collins
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This roasted eggplant and tomato dish was a real treat! The flavors were incredible, and the eggplant was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.