Best 5 Grilled Eggplant With Garlicky Tahini Yogurt Sauce Recipes

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Grilled eggplant with garlicky tahini yogurt sauce is a delectable dish that combines the smoky flavor of grilled eggplant with the creamy richness of a tangy tahini yogurt sauce. This recipe is a perfect blend of textures and flavors that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more. The smoky grilled eggplant is tender and has a slightly charred flavor, while the tahini yogurt sauce is smooth and creamy with a hint of garlicky savoriness. Serve this dish as an appetizer, side dish, or even as a main course.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH GARLICKY TAHINI-YOGURT SAUCE



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This grilling method gives similar crispy skins and creamy interiors to eggplant, which need just a handful of toppings to get full-on delicious.

Provided by Brad Leone

Categories     Bon Appétit     Side     Vegetable     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Eggplant     Yogurt     Garlic     Lemon     Summer     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lb. assorted small eggplant (such as fairy tale and/or Graffiti)
2 heads of garlic
1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
1 Tbsp. tahini
Kosher salt
1 lemon, halved
Sumac (for serving)
Brad's Spoon Sauce
Ingredient Info: Sumac, a tart, citrusy spice generally sold in ground form, can be found in the spice aisle and online.

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high indirect heat (for a charcoal grill, bank coals on one side of grill; for a gas grill, leave one or two burners off). Grill eggplant over indirect heat, turning occasionally, until completely tender, 1-1½ hours (depending on size and type).
  • Meanwhile, grill whole garlic heads over indirect heat until cloves are tender and jammy, 40-50 minutes.
  • Mix together yogurt and tahini in a small bowl; season with salt. Slice heads of garlic in half crosswise and squeeze cloves into yogurt mixture; stir well to incorporate.
  • Cut a slit lengthwise down each eggplant and carefully pull open with your hands. Arrange on a platter and squeeze juice from lemon over; season with salt. Dollop yogurt sauce around and sprinkle with sumac. Serve with spoon sauce.

GRILLED EGGPLANT AND YOGURT SAUCE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 small Japanese eggplant
1 teaspoon olive oil (or olive-oil spray)
3/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 small clove garlic
1 scallion
Coriander, enough for 1 tablespoon chopped

Steps:

  • Prepare stove-top grill or heat broiler.
  • Wash eggplant and cut in half lengthwise. Brush or spray cut surface lightly with oil and grill, cut side down, or broil, cut side up, until eggplant begins to soften. Turn and continue to cook until eggplant is soft, about 10 or 15 minutes total.
  • Spoon yogurt into serving bowl.
  • With food processor on, put garlic through feed tube and mince. Add garlic to yogurt.
  • Wash, trim and slice scallion.
  • Wash, dry and chop coriander. Mix scallion and coriander into yogurt.
  • Top eggplant with yogurt sauce.

GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH TAHINI-YOGURT SAUCE AND POMEGRANATE



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Make and share this Grilled Eggplant With Tahini-Yogurt Sauce and Pomegranate recipe from Food.com.

Provided by StevenHB

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 small eggplants, about 6 inches long
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
pomegranate molasses
cilantro or green coriander, as garnish

Steps:

  • Prepare a fire in a charcoal grill or preheat a gas grill. If using charcoal, allow the coals to become covered with ash.
  • Place the eggplants on the grill rack and grill, turning as needed, until soft when pierced. Timing will depend upon the fire. Alternatively, cook them indoors on an asador, which will allow the skins to char while the eggplants retain their shapes.
  • Once tender, remove the eggplants to a bowl and cover. Let them sit for 10 minutes and peel off the skin.
  • Slit the eggplants in half lengthwise and arrange on a plate. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon tahini-yogurt sauce (see http://www.food.com/recipe/tahini-yogurt-sauce-524706) over eggplant then drizzle with just a little of the molasses. Garnish with cilantro/coriander.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 21.9, Carbohydrate 62.5, Fiber 37.3, Sugar 25.8, Protein 11.1

GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH YOGURT-MINT SAUCE



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Categories     Dairy     Vegetable     Yogurt     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
2 eggplants (each about 1 pound), cut crosswise into 1-inch-thick rounds
1/4 cup oriental sesame oil
2 tablespoons coriander seeds, cracked

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients in medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Rub eggplant rounds on both sides with sesame oil. Sprinkle with coriander, salt, and pepper. Grill until slightly charred, about 6 minutes per side.
  • Arrange eggplant rounds on platter. Serve with yogurt-mint sauce.

GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH YOGURT SAUCE



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Yogurt sauce is creamy, cool accompaniment to grilled vegetables of any kind.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium eggplants, (about 1 pound each)
1/4 cup olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 medium cucumber, seeded, coarsely grated, and squeezed of excess moisture
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high. Halve eggplants lengthwise; slice off enough from skin side so halves lay flat. Brush both sides of eggplant halves with oil; season generously with salt and pepper. Grill until tender, 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cucumber, yogurt, parsley, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Serve sauce with grilled eggplant and lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right eggplants: Look for eggplants that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid eggplants that are soft or have bruises or cuts.
  • Slice the eggplants evenly: This will help them cook evenly. If the slices are too thick, they will take longer to cook and may not cook through. If the slices are too thin, they will cook too quickly and may become mushy.
  • Don't overcrowd the grill: If you overcrowd the grill, the eggplants will not cook evenly. Leave some space between the slices so that they can cook properly.
  • Cook the eggplants over medium heat: This will help them cook through without burning. If you cook the eggplants over high heat, they may burn on the outside before they are cooked through.
  • Baste the eggplants with the garlicky tahini yogurt sauce: This will help keep them moist and flavorful. You can also use other sauces, such as olive oil, balsamic vinegar, or a simple vinaigrette.
  • Serve the eggplants immediately: They are best when served hot off the grill. You can also refrigerate them for later use.

Conclusion:

Grilled eggplant with garlicky tahini yogurt sauce is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The eggplants are grilled until tender and smoky, and then topped with a creamy and flavorful sauce. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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