Broiled Eggplant with Cilantro Mint Sauce Recipe

Name: Broiled Eggplant with Cilantro Mint Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 12 lbs Japanese eggplants; 1 cup lightly packed cilantro leaf; 1 cup lightly packed mint leaf; ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese (about 1 1/2 ounces); 2 -4 tablespoons plain yogurt; ½ teaspoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional); ½ cup roasted salted and chopped pistachios or ½ cup walnuts (optional)

Servings: persons

1 clove garlic, minced
2 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 12 lbs Japanese eggplants
1 cup lightly packed cilantro leaf
1 cup lightly packed mint leaf
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese (about 1 1/2 ounces)
2 -4 tablespoons plain yogurt
½ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
½ cup roasted salted and chopped pistachios or ½ cup walnuts (optional)

1
Preheat broiler.
2
Blend garlic, olive oil and soy sauce.
3
Cut eggplants at a sharp angle into 3/4-inch slices, to make ovals.
4
Or for very skinny eggplant, halve each one lengthwise.
5
Cut a deep cross-hatch pattern into each slice or half.
6
Moisten a baking sheet with water.
7
Arrange eggplant slices on pan, pressing them close together.
8
Brush with oil mixture until it is absorbed.
9
Process cilantro, mint, feta, 2 tablespoons yogurt, sugar and hot sauce in a blender until smooth, adding yogurt as necessary.
10
Taste and adjust flavors.
11
Set eggplant in broiler (if halved, place cut sides up).
12
Cook until tender and lightly charred, about 5 minutes (do not turn over).
13
Arrange on platter; top with half the sauce.
14
Sprinkle with nuts.
15
Pass remaining sauce separately.
16
Enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 clove garlic, minced, 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 12 lbs Japanese eggplants, and more.

Yes, Broiled Eggplant with Cilantro Mint Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Broiled Eggplant with Cilantro Mint Sauce

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