This simple yet elegant side dish highlights the natural sweetness and tender texture of Japanese eggplants. Grilled until charred and soft, the skin becomes smoky while the flesh turns creamy and delicate. A quick mixture of minced garlic and olive oil is brushed over the hot eggplant, infusing it with aromatic depth. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect vegetarian accompaniment to grilled meats or seafood, or simply served alongside rice. Ideal for summer barbecues or light weeknight dinners, this recipe requires minimal ingredients but delivers maximum flavor. The high-heat grilling method ensures a beautiful char without overcooking the interior, resulting in a dish that is both rustic and refined.
Grilled Japanese Eggplants
Description
This simple yet elegant side dish highlights the natural sweetness and tender texture of Japanese eggplants. Grilled until charred and soft, the skin becomes smoky while the flesh turns creamy and delicate. A quick mixture of minced garlic and olive oil is brushed over the hot eggplant, infusing it with aromatic depth. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect vegetarian accompaniment to grilled meats or seafood, or simply served alongside rice. Ideal for summer barbecues or light weeknight dinners, this recipe requires minimal ingredients but delivers maximum flavor. The high-heat grilling method ensures a beautiful char without overcooking the interior, resulting in a dish that is both rustic and refined.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
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Wash the Japanese eggplants and trim off the stems, leaving the skin intact.
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Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise.
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Brush both sides of the eggplant halves lightly with half of the olive oil.
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season the eggplant halves with a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Place the eggplants cut-side down on the grill grate.
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Grill for 5 to 7 minutes until the cut side is charred and tender.
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Flip the eggplants and grill for another 2 to 3 minutes until the skin is blistered and the flesh is soft.
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While the eggplants grill, mince the garlic clove and mix it with the remaining olive oil.
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Remove the eggplants from the grill and immediately brush the garlic-oil mixture over the hot flesh.
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Serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 68.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.5g12%
- Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.2g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
