Double Coriander Eggplant Tagine Recipe

Name: Double Coriander Eggplant Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil; 1 large sweet onion, peeled and thinly sliced; 4 cloves garlic, minced (4 tsp.); 12 baby eggplants, halved lengthwise; 2 tsp. ground coriander; 2 tsp. ground cumin; 2 tsp. honey; 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes; 1 28-oz. can chopped tomatoes; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 cup low-fat Greek-style yogurt; ⅓ cup chopped cilantro; 2 Tbs. chopped fresh mint; 1 Tbs. olive oil; 1 tsp. sugar

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. olive oil
1 large sweet onion, peeled and thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced (4 tsp.)
12 baby eggplants, halved lengthwise
2 tsp. ground coriander
2 tsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. honey
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1 28-oz. can chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 cup low-fat Greek-style yogurt
⅓ cup chopped cilantro
2 Tbs. chopped fresh mint
1 Tbs. olive oil
1 tsp. sugar

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To make Eggplant Tagine: Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add onion and garlic; saute 5 minutes, or until softened.
3
Add eggplants, coriander, cumin, honey, and red pepper flakes.
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Saute 5 minutes, or until eggplants are softened.
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Add tomatoes, cover,
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and simmer 20 minutes, or until sauce is thickened and eggplant is tender.
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Stir in cilantro, and season with salt and pepper.
8
To make Cilantro-Mint Yogurt Sauce: Puree all ingredients in food processor or blender until smooth.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Serve tagine warm over steamed couscous or bulgur (or brown rice if avoiding gluten), topped with Cilantro-Mint Yogurt Sauce.

822

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. olive oil, 1 large sweet onion, peeled and thinly sliced, 4 cloves garlic, minced (4 tsp.), 12 baby eggplants, halved lengthwise, and more.

Yes, Double Coriander Eggplant Tagine 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Double Coriander Eggplant Tagine

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