Are you a fan of spicy and flavorful dishes? If so, then you'll love this recipe for spicy grilled eggplant. This dish is packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of spicy peppers, smoky eggplant, and tangy lemon juice. It's also incredibly easy to make, and it can be served as an appetizer, a side dish, or even a main course. So fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy this delicious and spicy dish.
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SPICY GRILLED EGGPLANT
This side goes well with any meat you might also be grilling. Thanks to the Cajun seasoning, the zesty eggplant gets more attention than an ordinary veggie. —Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Brush eggplant slices with oil. Drizzle with lime juice; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Let stand 5 minutes. , Grill eggplant, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until tender, 4-5 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
INDONESIAN-STYLE GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE WHITE
Provided by Debbie White
Categories Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Peanut Eggplant Hot Pepper Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Vegan Boil Gourmet Atlanta Georgia
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sprinkle the eggplant lightly with salt, let it drain in a colander for 1 hour, and pat it dry. In a small saucepan cook the garlic, the shallot, and the chili in the sesame oil over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, add the peanuts, and cook the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the soy sauce, the sugar, the lemon juice, and 1 cup water, boil the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it is thickened slightly, and add salt and pepper to taste. Brush the eggplant, patted dry, with the vegetable oil and grill it on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals, turning it, for 7 to 8 minutes, or until it is just cooked. Transfer the eggplant to a serving plate and spoon the peanut sauce over it.
GRILLED LAVASH PIZZA WITH SPICY HUMMUS, GRILLED EGGPLANT, FETA, RED CHILE OIL, AND MINT
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to high. Brush the lavash with oil on both sides. Grill until golden brown on both sides. Brush the eggplant with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the eggplant, cut-side down, until golden brown. Turn the eggplant over and grill until just cooked through. Remove from grill and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices.
- Spread the hummus over the bread, top with the eggplant, and then the feta. Grill, with the cover down for 2 to 3 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Remove from the grill, drizzle with the red chile oil and sprinkle with mint.
- Put the chickpeas, garlic, and tahini in the work bowl a food processor. Pulse until it becomes paste-like, adding a few tablespoons of water, if needed. Add the cayenne, cumin, and lemon juice, and pulse again until combined. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until emulsified. Add the parsley and pulse until just combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a small bowl.
- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend for 5 minutes. Strain into a small bowl.
SPICY GRILLED EGGPLANT
This is a favorite. Perfest as a side dish, on a plate of antipasta or tossed with pasta. This recipe and picture was published in Taste of Home (2010).
Provided by G F
Categories Vegetable Appetizers
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Brush eggplant slices with oil on both sides. Drizzle with lime juice; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Let stand for 5 minutes.
- 2. Grill eggplant, covered, overhigh heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until tender.
Tips:
- Choose small to medium-sized eggplants, as they are more tender and flavorful.
- Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds or planks for even cooking.
- To prevent the eggplants from becoming soggy, salt them and let them rest for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Use a grill brush to lightly oil the grates before grilling the eggplants.
- Grill the eggplants over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- To make the spicy marinade, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the marinade on the grilled eggplants and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Serve the spicy grilled eggplants as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.
Conclusion:
Spicy grilled eggplant is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its smoky flavor and spicy marinade, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next cookout or gathering. Whether you serve it as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, spicy grilled eggplant is sure to please everyone at the table.
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