INDIAN-SPICED EGGPLANT STACKS

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Warm naan and some cucumbers make a nice accompaniment to this dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium eggplants (1 to 1 1/4 pounds each), cut into at least twelve 3/4-inch rounds
Kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
1/3 cup safflower oil, plus more for baking sheet
2 cloves garlic, grated (2 teaspoons)
1 2-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated (2 tablespoons)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
2 to 3 small tomatoes, cut into twelve 1/4-inch slices
Cilantro leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees with racks in top and center. Sprinkle eggplants generously with salt; arrange in a single layer on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet. Let stand 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium-high, toast cumin seeds until dark brown and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Finely grind in a spice grinder, or crush with a mortar and pestle. Stir together with 2 teaspoons oil, garlic, ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Rinse eggplants; pat dry with paper towels. Brush baking sheet generously with oil. Brush eggplants on both sides with remaining oil; season lightly with salt. Arrange in a single layeron sheet and roast on center rack, flipping once, until tender and golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes. Spread about 1/2 teaspoon garlic-ginger mixture over each slice; roast 5 minutes more. Remove; adjust oven to broil.
  • Divide yogurt among eggplant slices, spreading over tops. Top each with a tomato slice; season with salt. Broil on top rack until just beginning to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Stack slices three-high, layering cilantro between each. Serve, garnished with more cilantro.

Dilan Freitas
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Overall, this was a good recipe, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks.


Asad Omari
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I would have liked more detailed instructions on how to make the yogurt sauce.


Lee ani
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The recipe was easy to follow, but the eggplant stacks took longer to cook than expected.


Prince Nur islam
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The eggplant stacks were a bit bland for my taste.


Liliana Carroll
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Overall, I really enjoyed this dish and would definitely make it again.


Bekele Kebede
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful vegetarian dish.


Bilal Nohrio
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The presentation of this dish was stunning. I loved the way the eggplant stacks were arranged on the plate.


Fedruccio
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The eggplant stacks were easy to make and very delicious. I especially liked the crispy edges of the eggplant.


Bd CD
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed the flavor combination. I would recommend using less chili powder if you're not a fan of spicy food.


Reda Damedomi
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The spices really brought out the flavor of the eggplant and the stacks were so creamy and delicious.


Adrianna Woodford
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The eggplant stacks were a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique and delicious flavor combination. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish came together beautifully.


Aoyon Shill
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This dish was a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, while the spices added a delightful warmth and depth of flavor. The presentation was also very impressive, making it a perfect dish for a special occasi