Sicilian Eggplant Caviar
- Total Time
- 1 hour 30 minutes
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Ingredients
- 2large Italian eggplants
- 3tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4cloves garlic, sliced thin
- 1pinch red pepper flakes
- 4high-quality anchovy fillets, chopped
- 10Italian olives, pitted and sliced
- 1cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- ½cup plain croutons or diced stale bread
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- ¾cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped
- ¼cup tightly packed fresh Italian parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)
200 calories; 11 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 6 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 19 grams carbohydrates; 8 grams dietary fiber; 9 grams sugars; 9 grams protein; 705 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Prick eggplants all over with a fork, then place on a sheet pan. Roast until tender, about 45 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Step 2
Cut eggplants in half lengthwise, and scoop out meat into a saucepan. Simmer until most of the liquid is evaporated and eggplant is dry, about 20 minutes. Set aside.
- Step 3
In a large saute pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper, and saute one minute. Add anchovies and olives, and saute another minute, stirring continuously. Add tomatoes, and cook a minute more. Add eggplant, and cook two minutes. Add cheese, croutons and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in mint and parsley until well combined. Serve immediately.
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Comments
Outstanding! I am so glad I searched for Sicilian to pair something with Pasta w/ Sardines and Fennel. I'm not sure which we liked better. Served with olive bread on the side. This could easily be turned into a toasted sandwich on ciabatta or a crusty long roll with good melty Italian cheese. Perfetto!