Grilled Eggplant Aubergine Parcels: A Treat for the Taste Buds: When it comes to cooking eggplant aubergine, nothing beats the smoky flavor imparted by grilling. These parcels, bursting with Mediterranean flavors and textures, offer a delightful culinary experience. From selecting the perfect eggplant to choosing the right filling, every step in this recipe is essential to creating a dish that pleases the palate and the senses. Let's dive into the world of grilled eggplant aubergine parcels and discover the magic that awaits within.
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ITALIAN GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH BASIL AND PARSLEY (MELANZANE GRIGLIATE AL BASILICO E PREZZEMOLO)
This Italian side dish (aka 'contorno') couldn't be easier! We make this often during the summer, when we have an abundance of basil and parsley growing in our garden. Works well with zucchini, too!
Provided by Kim's Cooking Now
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Brush eggplant lightly with olive oil on both sides. Stir together remaining olive oil, garlic, and salt in a small bowl.
- Arrange eggplant slices on the preheated grill and cook, turning occasionally, until tender and browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Arrange grilled eggplant on a platter. Brush with the olive oil and garlic mixture until eggplant has absorbed the oil. Sprinkle with the chopped basil and parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 76.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
GRILLED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) PARMESAN
I got this recipe from Bon Apetit a few years ago, and it is a summertime favorite. If you don't have garlic oil on hand, just add a half teaspoon of garlic powder to the cheese mixture and use plain olive oil instead.
Provided by Grooved Pavement
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir cheese mix, breadcrumbs, and 1/3 cup basil in medium bowl to blend.
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Sprinkle eggplant and tomatoes with salt and pepper. Brush 1 side of eggplant slices with some oil. Grill, oiled side down, until bottom side is tender and grill marks appear, about 3 minutes. Brush second side of eggplant slices with more oil; turn over and top grilled side with tomatoes, then cheese mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Drizzle with remaining oil. Cover and grill until tomatoes are tender and cheese melts, about 7 minutes. Transfer eggplant slices to plates. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons basil and serve.
GRILLED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) PARCELS
These little Italian bundles of tomatoes, mozzarella chees and basil, wrapped in slices of eggplant and then cooked on the BBQ. Cooking time includes refrigerating the parcels for 20 minutes.
Provided by Chippie1
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Remove the stalks from the eggplants and slice lengthwise into 1/4" slices.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the eggplant slices for 2 minutes.
- Drain and pat slices dry with paper towel.
- Take 2 eggplant slices and arranged in a cross.
- Assemble with a slice of tomato in the center, season with salt & pepper, next a basil leaf and then a slice of mozzarella, another basil leaf, another tomato and more seasoning.
- Fold the ends of the eggplant slices around the filling.
- Chill the parcels for 20 minutes in fridge.
- To make the sauce, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, tomato paste, and lemon juice.
- Season with salt & pepper.
- Baste the eggplant parcels with sauce and grill for about 10 minutes, turning once.
GRILLED EGGPLANT, RED BELL PEPPER AND ARUGULA ROLLS
Categories Vegetable Appetizer Side Vegetarian Pine Nut Eggplant Arugula Bell Pepper Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Vegan Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Whisk together vinegar and oil. Season with salt and pepper. Brush both sides of eggplant slices with 1/4 cup vinaigrette. Grill until cooked through, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from grill; brush with 1/4 cup vinaigrette. Cool.
- Grill bell peppers until blackened on all sides. Wrap in paper bad and let stand 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers. Cut into 1/4-inch strips. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. cover; chill eggplant and bell peppers separately.)
- Place eggplant slices on work surface. Place 4 bell pepper strips on 1 end of each eggplant slice; top with 2 to 4 arugula sprigs, allowing peppers and arugula to extend beyond both sides of eggplant. Sprinkle pine nuts atop arugula. Roll eggplant up. Place seam side down on platter. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover.)
GRILLED EGGPLANT SANDWICH
Eggplant, tomatoes, and mozzarella fill up a hungry bunch without breaking the bank. Fresh basil is the perfect way to brighten up rich flavors.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. In a small bowl, combine garlic with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Brush garlic oil on cut sides of bread and grill until lightly toasted on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes. Top bottom half with cheese.
- Brush eggplant with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until tender and lightly charred, 12 to 15 minutes, flipping once. Layer eggplant on cheese. Brush tomatoes with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes, flipping once. Layer tomatoes on eggplant, top with basil, and sandwich with top half of bread. Cut crosswise into 4 pieces and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 g, Fat 25 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 9 g
MELTING-MIDDLE AUBERGINE PARCELS
Cater for vegetarians in fine fashion with these barbecue-friendly parcels filled with mozzarella and dressed with pesto sauce
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Main course
Time 30m
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- To make the dressing, blitz all the ingredients, except the oil, in a food processor; then, with the motor still running, drizzle in the oil. Tip into a bowl and set aside.
- Trim off either end of the aubergines and discard. Slice the aubergines lengthways into 16 slices in total. Over a barbecue (or on a hot griddle pan), heavily mark the aubergine slices on each side to soften, then lift into a dish, drizzle with a little olive oil and season.
- Working methodically, make little stacks of a mozzarella slice, tomato slice and basil leaf. Wrap each stack in a grilled aubergine slice, then wrap a second slice in the other direction to try to cover the gaps and make a little bundle. Secure each parcel with a couple of cocktail sticks. Can be kept in the fridge overnight.
- Place the parcels on the barbecue and continue to char on each side until the cheese just starts to ooze out. Lift onto a platter, drizzle with the pesto dressing and serve. See time saving tip, below left.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 40 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose firm, ripe eggplants that are free of blemishes.
- Eggplants with shiny skin are less likely to be bitter.
- Cut the eggplants into uniform slices or cubes to ensure even cooking.
- Salting the eggplant slices before cooking helps to remove bitterness and excess moisture.
- Grill the eggplant slices over medium heat to prevent them from burning.
- Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent them from sticking to the grill.
- Cook the eggplant slices until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Use a variety of fillings and toppings to create different flavor combinations.
- Serve the grilled eggplant slices immediately or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
Grilled eggplant is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. With its smoky flavor and tender texture, grilled eggplant is a great way to add some variety to your meals. It is also a healthy option, as it is low in calories and fat, and high in fiber and antioxidants. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook eggplant, try grilling it!
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