BAKLAZHANNAIA IKRA(POOR MAN'S CAVIAR)
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 F, Bake the eggplant on a rack in the center of the oven for about an hour, turning it over once or twice until it is soft and its skin is charred (poke a few small holes in it so it won't explode). Meanwhile, cook the onions in 4 Tbs of olive oil over moderate heat for 6-8 minutes until they are soft but not brown. Stir in the green pepper and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes longer. With a rubber spatula, scrape the contents of the skillet into a mixing bowl. Remove the skin from the baked eggplant with a small sharp knife, then chop the eggplant pulp finely, almost to a puree. Add it to the mixing bowl and stir in the tomatoes, sugar, salt, and a few grindings of black pepper. Mix together thoroughly. Heat the remaining 2 Tbs of olive oil in the skillet over moderate heat and pour in the eggplant mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then turn the heat to low, cover the skillet and simmer for an hour. Remove the cover and cook for an additional half hour, stirring from time to time, until all moisture in the pan has evaporated and the mixture is thick enough to hold its shape in a spoon. Stir in 2 Tbs of lemon juice and taste for seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste. Transfer the "caviar" to a mixing bowl and chill, covered with plastic wrap, until ready to serve. Serve on squares of rye or pumpernickel bread or on some sesame seed crackers.
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Cris S
[email protected]I've never made eggplant caviar before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'll definitely be making it again.
Laxmi Tazz
[email protected]This is one of my favorite eggplant recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
Mr Ubet
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
Mojahidul Islam Rifat
[email protected]This is a great recipe for using up leftover eggplant.
Pramila Ghising
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggplant caviar is so flavorful and delicious.
RiyaK Dibra
[email protected]This dish is a little bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is incredible.
Nolly feludo tv
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've served it as an appetizer, a main course, and even a side dish. It's always a hit.
Umairsajjad
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy vegetarian meal.
Arsenal Wenger
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for my friends and family.
lyndsey jensen
[email protected]This dish was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the texture was perfect.
shrabonti MISTRY
[email protected]This eggplant caviar recipe is a delicious and versatile dish that I will definitely make again. I love that it can be served as an appetizer or a main course.