Eggplant, Tomato & Pepper Sauce

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Italian-style classic sauce that brings home-style flavor to your table
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Eggplant, Tomato & Pepper Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 410.2

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A rich and velvety Italian-style sauce featuring tender eggplant, sweet bell peppers, and ripe Roma tomatoes simmered to perfection. This dish offers a deep, savory flavor profile with a hearty texture that clings beautifully to pasta or complements grilled proteins. The subtle sweetness of honey and the warmth of red pepper flakes balance the earthiness of the eggplant. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this versatile sauce is simple to make with pantry staples, delivering restaurant-quality comfort food right at home.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel the eggplant and dice it into small, uniform cubes, then place it in a medium bowl.
  2. Sprinkle the diced eggplant with salt and toss well to coat evenly.
  3. Let the eggplant stand at room temperature for 15 minutes to draw out moisture and soften.
  4. While the eggplant rests, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic.
  6. Simmer the aromatics for 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  7. Add the ripe Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped red bell pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the saucepan.
  8. Simmer the mixture for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to break down.
  9. Drain the eggplant in a colander and rinse it well under cold water to remove excess salt, then squeeze out any remaining liquid.
  10. Add the drained eggplant, tomato paste, and honey to the simmering sauce.
  11. Simmer the sauce for 15 minutes or until it has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  12. Serve the hot sauce over cooked pasta, grilled fish, or chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 410.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.6g17%
Saturated Fat 2.7g14%
Cholesterol 71.2mg24%
Sodium 6596.2mg275%
Total Carbohydrate 48.7g17%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g27%
Sugars 10.1g
Protein 30.9g62%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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