Best 14 Elegant Eggplant Aubergine Caviar Recipes

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From humble origins as a staple of Middle Eastern cuisine, the eggplant has evolved into a versatile and elegant ingredient that graces tables worldwide. Aubergine caviar, a luxurious spread crafted from roasted eggplant, is an exquisite example of this transformation. With its rich, smoky flavor and velvety texture, this delectable dish is a culinary delight that has captured the hearts and palates of gourmands and home cooks alike. Whether you seek a sophisticated appetizer to impress your guests or a flavorful addition to your next family gathering, this article will guide you through the intricacies of creating the perfect aubergine caviar.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

EGGPLANT CAVIAR



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds eggplant, halved
Olive oil, for brushing, plus 2 ounces
2 shallots minced
4 cloves garlic minced
1 pound tomatoes peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pita wedges, as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush eggplant with olive oil and roast eggplants at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until soft.
  • Saute the garlic and shallots in 2 ounces olive oil over low heat until they are translucent and aromatic.
  • After the eggplant has cooled, remove the pulp from the skins, and place in a food processor and process until smooth.
  • Place mixture in a bowl and add remaining ingredients along with garlic and shallots. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper, and serve with pita wedges

EGGPLANT CAVIAR



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An old Russian favorite, this dish goes perfectly atop pita bread or served as a dip.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 purple-globe eggplants, (1 1/2 pounds each)
1/4 cup minced onion
2 plum tomatoes, seeded, finely chopped
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Pita or rye bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Roast eggplants: Using a wooden skewer, pierce eggplants all over. Turn two gas burners or a gas grill to high flame; place one eggplant on each. Cook, turning with tongs as each side blackens and softens, until skins are completely black and flesh is falling-apart tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from flame; transfer to a nonreactive baking dish. Place one end of dish on a slant so that the juices can run from the eggplants. When cool enough to handle, peel away all blackened skin.
  • Place eggplant flesh in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until pureed. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the onion, tomatoes, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature with pita or rye bread.

ELEGANT EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CAVIAR



Elegant Eggplant (Aubergine) Caviar image

Adapted from the New Basics Cookbook by Julee Rosso & Sheila Lukins(authors of The Silver Palate Cookbook), this is great served on the end of crisp Belgian endive leaves, atop soft scrambled eggs for brunch, or spread on grilled peasant bread toast.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium eggplant
1/2 cup walnut pieces
1/4 cup minced onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced hot chili pepper (to taste)
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Prick the eggplant in several places with a fork. Place it on a microwave safe dish and cook on high, uncovered, until soft and collapsed, 10 minutes(or cook in 350* oven for about 30-45 minutes until soft). Set aside to cool.
  • Arrange the walnut pieces on a baking sheet, and cook at 350* F. about 5-7 minutes until lightly toasted and fragrant(just stick in the oven with the eggplant). Chop fine.
  • Scrape the eggplant flesh into a wooden or glass bowl and coarsely chop.
  • Stir in the walnuts, onion, parsley, chile pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper. Then slowly beat in the oil and lemon juice. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
  • Cover loosely and let stand at room temperature for several hours before serving. Makes 1 1/2 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.9, Fat 44.3, SaturatedFat 5, Sodium 791.3, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 16, Sugar 11.7, Protein 10.6

ROASTED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CAVIAR



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Healthy, easy. There are no exact amounts for this spread/salad/side-dish. Experiment with ingredients/amounts.

Provided by Shelley aka Rachelle

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large heavy eggplants
2 heads garlic
2/3 cup vidalia onion, chopped
2/3 cup red bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus more to brush garlic)
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
thyme (optional) or cumin (optional)

Steps:

  • Stab eggplant and roast in medium-hot oven along with garlic heads (brush garlic with olive oil) turn occasionally, until eggplant collapses and garlic is soft.
  • (You can use parchment paper or silpat pad to line a pan.) Can also be done in a covered grill.
  • Chop onion and red pepper.
  • After eggplant cools, scoop out flesh, discarding rind, and squeeze roasted garlic cloves into eggplant.
  • Either chop or puree eggplant/garlic in a processor or coarsely hand chop the mixture.
  • Add the chopped onion and red peppers but don't process further-the caviar should have crunch from these raw ingredients.
  • Add olive oil, Kosher salt, black pepper (and optional herbs &/or spices) and mix well.
  • Serve with regular or toasted pita, crackers or crudites.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.7, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 8.5, Carbohydrate 19.7, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 5.9, Protein 3.5

BAKLAZHANOVAYA IKRA - EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CAVIAR



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This was given to me by one of my Russian Language teachers. It is best served cool on rye or pumpernickel toast points. Passive time is chilling time.

Provided by Krsi Sue

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large eggplant
1 onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Pierce an eggplant with a fork in several places, put on a baking sheet and bake, about an hour to an hour and a half (for your desired tenderness), turning while baking, until soft in a 325 degree oven.
  • Refrigerate until cool.
  • Cut the eggplant, lengthwise, in half and scoop out the pulp.
  • Chop the pulp until very fine.
  • Mix onion, tomatoes, eggplant pulp, garlic, oil, and vinegar together and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and refrigerate for several hours.
  • Baklazhanovaya Ikra is served with chopped parsley.

EGGPLANT CAVIAR



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 globe eggplants, quartered
Olive oil, for drizzling
3 cloves garlic
1/2 bunch cilantro
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt

Steps:

  • Drizzle the eggplant quarters with olive oil and roast in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Let cool to room temperature and then remove the skin. Put eggplant into food processor with the garlic and cilantro and pulse to puree. Add olive oil and puree until smooth. Season with salt.

AUBERGINE CAVIAR



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds eggplant
2 yellow peppers
2 tomatoes
1 onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoons ground coriander
2 ounces olive oil
2/3 cup yogurt
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Oil the eggplant, peppers and tomatoes. Place them on a baking sheet and place them in the oven. Roast until soft, about 20 minutes. Peel eggplant, peppers and tomatoes. Saute minced onions and garlic. Put mixture in food processor and add garlic-onion mixture, vinegar, orange juice, coriander, olive oil, yogurt and salt and pepper. Fold in chopped parsley.

AUBERGINE CAVIAR



Aubergine Caviar image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield about 1 to 1/2 cups/375 ml

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium eggplant
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin, more to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
About 1/2 red pepper, very finely diced
About 10 fresh mint leaves, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Halve the eggplant lengthwise, lightly brush the bottoms with olive oil so it won't stick to the pan. Lay, cut-side down on a baking sheet, and bake until completely soft, about 25 minutes.
  • When the eggplant is done, scoop the flesh out into a bowl and beat smooth with a fork. Add the garlic and cumin, to taste. Then stir through the confetti of red pepper and the fresh mint leaves. Stir in the remaining olive oil. Serve the mixture spooned onto crackers or thin croutes.

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) SALAD/CAVIAR



Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad/Caviar image

This is a very easy and healthy addition to any meal. Makes a great side dish or as a dip. Also known as Baklazhanovaya Ikra in Russian. You will need a larger non-stick skillet (at least 12 inches wide and 3 inches tall). Also two hand-fulls of cherry tomatoes can be substituted for the two medium tomatoes.

Provided by blazer380

Categories     Peppers

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large eggplant
2 medium tomatoes (on the vine or hothouse)
1 green bell pepper
1 large yellow onion
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (unsalted, with basil, garlic, and oregano)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
5 fresh garlic cloves

Steps:

  • Chop and caramelize the onions on a skillet (with a little bit of olive oil) over medium heat until they are golden but not burnt.
  • While the onions are cooking, without peeling the eggplant, cut it into about 1/2 inch cubes. And place in a large bowl.
  • Chop the bell pepper and add to bowl.
  • Cut the tomatoes and add to bowl.
  • Take the cooked onions, finely chop them, and add to bowl.
  • Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and finely chopped garlic to the bowl.
  • Mix all the ingredients in the bowl and transfer to a 12 inch non-stick skillet.
  • Pour the contents of the tomato can on top of what's in the skillet and mix it a little bit.
  • Cover with a lid and cook on low/medium heat. Keep mixing the contents every 10-15 minutes to cook things evenly and prevent burning. If you notice sticking to pan, reduce heat.
  • The dish is ready when most of the liquid has evaporated and all the ingredients are soft and fully cooked. Approximately 45 minutes.
  • Place in fridge to cool the salad since it's best served chilled.

RUSSIAN EGGPLANT CAVIAR



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Make and share this Russian Eggplant Caviar recipe from Food.com.

Provided by seattlelove

Categories     Russian

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large eggplant
1 teaspoon vinegar
1 large onion, minced
5 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 bell pepper, seeded & minced
1 teaspoon powdered sugar
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Bake eggplant, allow to cool, skin, & mince finely.
  • Saute onion & pepper in 1 tb of oil until onion is browned.
  • Add adding remaining oil.
  • Add tomato paste, stir well & simmer for 5-mins.
  • Add vinegar, sugar, salt & pepper & ceggplant.
  • Stir well & cook slowly for 30-mins on a low-heat.
  • If necessary you may add more oil to prevent mixture from sticking & thus burning.
  • Remove from heat, cool to room temp, then refrigerate.
  • Serve cold on thinly sliced black bread with butter & freshly chopped onion if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.9, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 81.7, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 1.4

EGGPLANT CAVIAR



Eggplant Caviar image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dips and spreads, appetizer

Time 2h10m

Yield Five cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large eggplants
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Halve the eggplants lengthwise, score with a knife and sprinkle lightly with the kosher salt. Cover with a heavy plate and weigh down the plate to press out the moisture for 1 hour.
  • Squeeze excess water from the eggplants. Lay the eggplants skin side down on the coals and roast until completely soft, from 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the heat of the coals. Remove and set aside to cool.
  • When the eggplants are cool enough to handle, skin them. Place in a wooden bowl and use a fork to mince them. Remove the pulp to a piece of clean cloth or a towel to drain the excess liquid.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, mustard and salt and pepper. Add the eggplant pulp and stir to mix. Serve immediately or store on ice for up to two days.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 264, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 696 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

YUKON GOLD POTATO BLINI WITH EGGPLANT CAVIAR



Yukon Gold Potato Blini with Eggplant Caviar image

Impress dinner guests with this elegant potato blini appetizer from chef Thomas Keller's "The French Laundry Cookbook."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 3 dozen small blini

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 to 3 tablespoons creme fraiche, at room temperature
2 large eggs
1 large yolk
Coarse salt and freshly ground white pepper
Eggplant Caviar, for serving (optional)
Roasted Pepper Salad, for serving (optional)
Sturgeon Salad, for serving (optional)
Creme fraiche mixed with chopped scallions, for serving (optional)
Fresh butter, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a medium saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by at least 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to a simmer and simmer until potatoes are tender and easily pierced with the tip of a knife.
  • Drain and peel warm potatoes; press through a very fine mesh sieve. Immediately weigh out 9 ounces pureed potatoes and transfer to a medium bowl. Working quickly, whisk in flour and 2 tablespoons creme fraiche. Add 1 egg, whisking until batter is smooth. Add second egg, whisking until batter is smooth. Finally add the yolk; whisk until batter is smooth and well combined.
  • Hold the whisk with some of the batter over the bowl. The batter should fall in a thick stream but hold its shape when it hits the batter in the bowl. If it is too thick, add a little more creme fraiche. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat an electric griddle to 350 degrees or a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Working in batches and wiping griddle with a paper towel between each batch, spoon 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons batter onto griddle or skillet for each pancake. Cook until bottoms are browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn and cook on second side until evenly browned with a small ring of white around the edges, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small baking sheet and keep warm. Serve immediately topped as desired.

EGGPLANT CAVIAR WITH FRESH TOMATO COULIS



Eggplant Caviar with Fresh Tomato Coulis image

Provided by Reine Sammut

Categories     Tomato     Appetizer     Bake     Eggplant     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large eggplant (about 18 ounces)
1/4 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 pounds tomatoes (about 6)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon (scant) ground white pepper
4 fresh basil sprigs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place eggplant on baking sheet. Pierce eggplant several times with fork. Bake until very soft and skin wrinkles and cracks, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly. Cut baked eggplant in half lengthwise. Peel off skin. Place eggplant in sieve and let drain 45 minutes. Finely chop eggplant.
  • Whisk 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice and garlic in medium bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add eggplant; toss to coat. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Bring medium pot of water to boil. Add tomatoes to boiling water and blanch 30 seconds. Using slotted spoon, transfer tomatoes to bowl of cold water and cool.
  • Using small sharp knife, pull skin off tomatoes. Core tomatoes and cut in half crosswise; squeeze out seeds. Transfer tomatoes to processor and blend until smooth. Transfer puree to bowl. Mix in remaining 1§ tablespoons olive oil, salt and white pepper. Let coulis stand until any air bubbles have popped, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes.
  • Spoon § cup tomato coulis into center of 4 shallow bowls. Using 2 large soup spoons, form eggplant mixture into oval and set atop coulis. Repeat, placing 3 ovals in each bowl. Garnish each with 1 fresh basil sprig.

EGGPLANT CAVIAR, WITH GARLIC



Eggplant Caviar, With Garlic image

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pound eggplant
1 large clove garlic, finely minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
Juice of 1 lemon
2 to 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Cook the eggplant in the oven or over a flame as described above. Set aside to cool.
  • When the eggplant is cool enough to handle, scrape the pulp from the skin and mash it to a puree. Mix it with the garlic, onion, lemon and 2 to 3 tablespoons yogurt depending on the consistency you would like the mixture. Add the olive oil and sesame seeds. Refrigerate until a half hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 114, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 9 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm eggplants for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a variety of colors of bell peppers to add visual appeal to your caviar.
  • Roast the vegetables until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
  • Use a food processor to chop the vegetables until they are finely minced.
  • Season the caviar to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Serve the caviar immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Eggplant caviar is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and is also a healthy and affordable option. With its smoky flavor and creamy texture, eggplant caviar is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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