Sicilian Eggplant Caviar Recipe

Name: Sicilian Eggplant Caviar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large Italian eggplants; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, sliced thin; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 4 high-quality anchovy fillets, chopped; 10 Italian olives, pitted and sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1/2 cup plain croutons or diced stale bread; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup tightly packed fresh Italian parsley leaves, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

2 large Italian eggplants
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, sliced thin
1 pinch red pepper flakes
4 high-quality anchovy fillets, chopped
10 Italian olives, pitted and sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/2 cup plain croutons or diced stale bread
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup tightly packed fresh Italian parsley leaves, coarsely chopped

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Prick eggplants all over with a fork, then place on a sheet pan.
3
Roast until tender, about 45 minutes.
4
Let cool completely.
5
Cut eggplants in half lengthwise, and scoop out meat into a saucepan.
6
Simmer until most of the liquid is evaporated and eggplant is dry, about 20 minutes.
7
Set aside.
8
In a large saute pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
9
Add garlic and red pepper, and saute one minute.
10
Add anchovies and olives, and saute another minute, stirring continuously.
11
Add tomatoes, and cook a minute more.
12
Add eggplant, and cook two minutes.
13
Add cheese, croutons and salt and pepper to taste.
14
Stir in mint and parsley until well combined.
15
Serve immediately.

183

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large Italian eggplants, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 4 cloves garlic, sliced thin, 1 pinch red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Sicilian 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.

Sicilian Eggplant Caviar

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