Eggplant Caviar Recipe

Name: Eggplant Caviar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. butter; 1 c. chopped onion; 1 large eggplant, pared and diced into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce; 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper; dash of hot pepper sauce; 1 to 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice; chopped fresh parsley and tomato (for garnish); crisp crackers or fresh baked bread (to serve with spread)

Servings: persons

1/4 c. butter
1 c. chopped onion
1 large eggplant, pared and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
dash of hot pepper sauce
1 to 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
chopped fresh parsley and tomato (for garnish)
crisp crackers or fresh baked bread (to serve with spread)

1
In heavy skillet, melt butter.
2
Add onion and eggplant; saute for 2 minutes.
3
Stir in tomato sauce and garlic; simmer over low heat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until eggplant is no longer chewy.
4
Check to be sure no browning occurs on the bottom of pan.
5
When mixture is very thick and vegetables are done, remove from heat.
6
Add salt, pepper, hot pepper sauce and lemon juice to taste.
7
Cover and chill.
8
To serve, sprinkle with fresh parsley and tomato.

151

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/4 c. butter, 1 c. chopped onion, 1 large eggplant, pared and diced into 1/2-inch pieces, 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Eggplant Caviar 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.

Eggplant Caviar

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