Eggplant steaks are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer them grilled, pan-fried, or baked, eggplant steaks are a great way to enjoy this healthy and flavorful vegetable. With their meaty texture and slightly smoky flavor, they make a satisfying meal that is perfect for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
EGGPLANT STEAKS
Steps:
- In a small bowl whisk together the Worcestershire, steak sauce, olive oil, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pat your eggplant dry with paper towels. With a pastry brush apply the sauce to both sides of the eggplant. Place eggplant rounds onto a sheet tray fitted with a rack. Place the tray under the broiler for until eggplant is nicely browned, approximately 2 minutes. Turn slices over and place back under broiler to brown the other side. Generously sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over all of the slices. Place back under the broiler for 1 minute to nicely brown the cheese. Serve plain or sprinkle with freshly chopped herbs.
ROSEMARY GRILLED TUNA STEAKS WITH EGGPLANT AND ZUCCHINI
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat grill pan to high or preheat grill or charcoal. Coat tuna in balsamic and season with rosemary, salt and pepper. Drizzle fish with oil, coating lightly on both sides, about 2 tablespoons oil, total.
- Preheat a medium nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a slow stream. Add garlic, onion and saute 2 or 3 minutes. Dice the zucchini and squash while the onion begins to soften. Add the zucchini and squash to the pan and turn to coat and combine with garlic and onion.
- Slice eggplant into strips and dice, then add to the pan. Turn to combine all of the vegetables. Add thyme, salt and pepper to season the mixture. Cook over medium high heat, stirring frequently, 10 minutes, until vegetables are just fork tender.
- Grill tuna 2 to 3 minutes on each side for rare, up to 6 minutes on each side for well done.
- When tuna is done and vegetables are fork tender, stir chopped tomatoes into eggplant and zucchini mixture and remove vegetables from heat.
- Serve wedges of vegetable antipasto, above recipe, along side tuna steaks topped with vegetable salsa. Extra antipasto slices and vegetables should be passed at the table.
- A nice Sicilian rose, chilled, makes a fine beverage companion.
- 1 loaf crusty bread, 9 to 12 inches in length
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, drained, chopped -- 1/2 a small jar
- 1/4 cup black pitted calamata or oil cured olives, your preference, chopped
- 1/2 cup prepared pesto sauce
- 1/4 pound deli sliced provolone
- 1 jar, 16 to 18 roasted red peppers, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts in water, drained
- 1 cup giardiniera, pickled vegetables (hot pickled peppers, cauliflower, carrots available on the Italian foods aisle of market or in bulk bins near deli section with bulk olives)
- Coarse salt and black pepper
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Cut the top off a loaf of crusty bread. Hollow out the inside of the bread.
- Mix parsley, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chopped olives and store bought or homemade pesto sauce. Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom of the hollowed out bread. Layer the cheese into the loaf. Layer the roasted red peppers on top of the cheese. Coarsely chop the drained artichoke hearts and add them in a layer over the red peppers. Sprinkle in the chopped hot pickled vegetables and drizzle some extra-virgin olive oil on top. Replace the top, cut the stuffed loaf into pieces and serve.
- Yield: 4 servings
- Prep Time: 10 to 15 minutes
- Cook Time: none
- Ease of Preparation: easy
EGGPLANT STEAKS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND OLIVES
Provided by Thomas Rau, M.D.
Categories Cheese Dairy Herb Olive Tomato Vegetable Side Broil Vegetarian Eggplant Healthy Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Trim the ends from the eggplants and peel off the skin. Cut each eggplant lengthwise into four or more 1/2-inch-thick slices. (Some of the slices will be smaller than others, but all should be of equal thickness.) If needed, trim a thin slice from each of the rounded sides so the pieces will lie flat on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the slices with coarse salt and layer in a colander to drain for at least 30 minutes or for up to 2 hours. Rinse the eggplant slices under cold running water and dry well with paper towels, pressing to remove as much moisture as possible.
- 2. Preheat the broiler and position the oven rack about 4 inches from the heat. Line a large heavy baking sheet with aluminum foil. Arrange the eggplant slices on the sheet in a single layer and brush both sides with oil. Broil for 7 to 9 minutes, turning once, until the eggplant is tender and lightly browned on both sides. Leave the broiler on.
- 3. Meanwhile, combine the goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives in a small bowl. Toss gently to mix. Divide the mixture evenly over the broiled eggplant slices. Sprinkle the Pecorino Romano cheese evenly over each slice and return to the oven. Broil for 1 minute, or until the goat cheese has softened and the grated cheese is just beginning to brown at the edges. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Scatter basil over the top of each slice and serve at once.
Tips:
- Choose firm, ripe eggplants for best results.
- Slice eggplants into 1-inch thick steaks.
- Brush eggplant steaks with oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill eggplant steaks over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until tender.
- Serve eggplant steaks immediately with your favorite toppings and sauces.
- For a crispy texture, dredge eggplant steaks in flour or breadcrumbs before grilling.
- For a smoky flavor, grill eggplant steaks over a charcoal grill.
- To make eggplant steaks in the oven, bake them at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
- Eggplant steaks can be used in a variety of dishes, such as sandwiches, wraps, salads, and pasta dishes.
Conclusion:
Eggplant steaks are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they are also low in calories. Whether you grill them, bake them, or fry them, eggplant steaks are sure to be a hit at your next meal.
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