Best 5 Chef Johns Eggplant Escabeche Recipes

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Are you craving a burst of tangy and vibrant flavors that will take your taste buds on a culinary adventure? Look no further than chef John's eggplant escabeche, a remarkable dish that transforms humble eggplants into a culinary masterpiece. This recipe, a testament to the magic of acidity and spices, offers a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes that will leave you craving for more. Join us as we venture into the delightful world of chef John's eggplant escabeche, uncovering the secrets behind its tantalizing flavor profile and providing step-by-step guidance to help you recreate this incredible dish in your own kitchen.

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CHEF JOHN'S EGGPLANT ESCABECHE



Chef John's Eggplant Escabeche image

This spicy preserved eggplant is a refreshing and vibrantly-flavored side dish or appetizer served on grilled bread.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Zucchini Appetizers

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large eggplant
1 large zucchini, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 cloves finely crushed garlic
½ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup white wine vinegar
⅔ cup water
¾ cup peeled and sliced roasted sweet and/or hot peppers
1 tablespoon freshly chopped Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Trim ends of eggplant; peel, leaving stripes of skin intact. Cut eggplant in half lengthwise and slice crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. Transfer to a large bowl. Add sliced zucchini to bowl. Toss eggplant and zucchini with 2 tablespoons kosher salt and let sit until water begins to release, about 15 minutes.
  • Whisk olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, and dried oregano together in a bowl.
  • Rinse salt from veggies in a colander with fresh water. Set aside to drain well.
  • Place vinegar and water into a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Place drained vegetables into pan. Cook covered until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, turning after the first minute. Remove from heat; transfer to a strainer reserving the cooking liquid.
  • Place cooked eggplant and zucchini into large bowl. Add chopped roasted peppers, 1/4 cup of the vinegar cooking liquid, freshly chopped Italian parsley and fresh oregano. Pour in garlic oil mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  • Before serving, drizzle vegetable oil over the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1500.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CHEF JOHN'S EGGPLANT ESCABECHE



Chef John's Eggplant Escabeche image

This spicy preserved eggplant is a refreshing and vibrantly-flavored side dish or appetizer served on grilled bread.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Zucchini Appetizers

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large eggplant
1 large zucchini, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 cloves finely crushed garlic
½ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup white wine vinegar
⅔ cup water
¾ cup peeled and sliced roasted sweet and/or hot peppers
1 tablespoon freshly chopped Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Trim ends of eggplant; peel, leaving stripes of skin intact. Cut eggplant in half lengthwise and slice crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. Transfer to a large bowl. Add sliced zucchini to bowl. Toss eggplant and zucchini with 2 tablespoons kosher salt and let sit until water begins to release, about 15 minutes.
  • Whisk olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, and dried oregano together in a bowl.
  • Rinse salt from veggies in a colander with fresh water. Set aside to drain well.
  • Place vinegar and water into a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Place drained vegetables into pan. Cook covered until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, turning after the first minute. Remove from heat; transfer to a strainer reserving the cooking liquid.
  • Place cooked eggplant and zucchini into large bowl. Add chopped roasted peppers, 1/4 cup of the vinegar cooking liquid, freshly chopped Italian parsley and fresh oregano. Pour in garlic oil mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  • Before serving, drizzle vegetable oil over the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1500.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CHEF JOHN'S EGGPLANT ESCABECHE



Chef John's Eggplant Escabeche image

This spicy preserved eggplant is a refreshing and vibrantly-flavored side dish or appetizer served on grilled bread.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Zucchini Appetizers

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large eggplant
1 large zucchini, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 cloves finely crushed garlic
½ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup white wine vinegar
⅔ cup water
¾ cup peeled and sliced roasted sweet and/or hot peppers
1 tablespoon freshly chopped Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Trim ends of eggplant; peel, leaving stripes of skin intact. Cut eggplant in half lengthwise and slice crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. Transfer to a large bowl. Add sliced zucchini to bowl. Toss eggplant and zucchini with 2 tablespoons kosher salt and let sit until water begins to release, about 15 minutes.
  • Whisk olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, and dried oregano together in a bowl.
  • Rinse salt from veggies in a colander with fresh water. Set aside to drain well.
  • Place vinegar and water into a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Place drained vegetables into pan. Cook covered until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, turning after the first minute. Remove from heat; transfer to a strainer reserving the cooking liquid.
  • Place cooked eggplant and zucchini into large bowl. Add chopped roasted peppers, 1/4 cup of the vinegar cooking liquid, freshly chopped Italian parsley and fresh oregano. Pour in garlic oil mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  • Before serving, drizzle vegetable oil over the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1500.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CHEF JOHN'S EGGPLANT ESCABECHE



Chef John's Eggplant Escabeche image

This spicy preserved eggplant is a refreshing and vibrantly-flavored side dish or appetizer served on grilled bread.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Zucchini Appetizers

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large eggplant
1 large zucchini, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 cloves finely crushed garlic
½ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup white wine vinegar
⅔ cup water
¾ cup peeled and sliced roasted sweet and/or hot peppers
1 tablespoon freshly chopped Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Trim ends of eggplant; peel, leaving stripes of skin intact. Cut eggplant in half lengthwise and slice crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. Transfer to a large bowl. Add sliced zucchini to bowl. Toss eggplant and zucchini with 2 tablespoons kosher salt and let sit until water begins to release, about 15 minutes.
  • Whisk olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, and dried oregano together in a bowl.
  • Rinse salt from veggies in a colander with fresh water. Set aside to drain well.
  • Place vinegar and water into a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Place drained vegetables into pan. Cook covered until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, turning after the first minute. Remove from heat; transfer to a strainer reserving the cooking liquid.
  • Place cooked eggplant and zucchini into large bowl. Add chopped roasted peppers, 1/4 cup of the vinegar cooking liquid, freshly chopped Italian parsley and fresh oregano. Pour in garlic oil mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  • Before serving, drizzle vegetable oil over the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1500.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

BERENJENAS EN ESCABECHE - MARINATED EGGPLANT



Berenjenas En Escabeche - Marinated Eggplant image

Make and share this Berenjenas En Escabeche - Marinated Eggplant recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ThatSouthernBelle

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium sized eggplants, washed
coarse salt
1 cup vinegar (red wine or white)
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, crushed
red pepper, crushed, to taste
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Trim the ends off the eggplant.
  • Cut in in half lengthwise, and then lay it flat side down and cut into 1/4 to 1/2 inch slices.
  • Put the slices layer upon layer in a roasting pan.
  • Salt each layer with coarse salt and let sit for 2 hours. (The salt draws out the bitterness and moisture from the eggplant.)
  • After two hours, drain and rinse the eggplant.
  • Put the eggplant, the vinegar and the water in a stock pot and bring to a boil.
  • Lower the heat to a simmer and cook the eggplant until it takes on a translucent look, about 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl.
  • When the eggplant has cooked through, drain off half of the vinegar/water and put the rest, along with the eggplant, in the bowl with the oil mixture. Mix well.
  • Refrigerate until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.7, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 6.4, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 4.3, Protein 2

Tips:

  • Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor. An extra virgin olive oil is ideal.
  • Choose fresh, ripe eggplant for the best results. Look for eggplants that are deep purple and heavy for their size.
  • To prevent the eggplant from absorbing too much oil, salt it and let it rest for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to draw out the moisture.
  • Cook the eggplant in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. This will help the eggplant to cook evenly.
  • Do not overcook the eggplant. It should be tender but still slightly firm.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your escabeche. Some good options include bell peppers, carrots, onions, and zucchini.
  • Season the escabeche to taste with salt, pepper, and paprika. You can also add other spices, such as cumin or oregano.
  • Let the escabeche cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop.

Conclusion:

Chef John's eggplant escabeche is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright flavors and colorful vegetables, this dish is sure to impress your guests.

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