These grilled Japanese eggplants offer a smoky, tender texture that pairs beautifully with bright, fresh flavors. The slender purple vegetables are charred over high heat until soft and blistered, then brushed with a simple mixture of olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped fresh herbs. This dish highlights the natural sweetness of the eggplant while adding a savory depth from the garlic and a hint of heat from cayenne. It makes for an excellent side dish or appetizer, perfect for summer barbecues or light weeknight dinners. The combination of smoky char and fresh herbs creates a sophisticated yet simple meal that is both satisfying and healthy.
Grilled Japanese Eggplants
Description
These grilled Japanese eggplants offer a smoky, tender texture that pairs beautifully with bright, fresh flavors. The slender purple vegetables are charred over high heat until soft and blistered, then brushed with a simple mixture of olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped fresh herbs. This dish highlights the natural sweetness of the eggplant while adding a savory depth from the garlic and a hint of heat from cayenne. It makes for an excellent side dish or appetizer, perfect for summer barbecues or light weeknight dinners. The combination of smoky char and fresh herbs creates a sophisticated yet simple meal that is both satisfying and healthy.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat and clean the grates.
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Trim the tops and bottoms of the Japanese eggplants and pierce them a few times with a fork to prevent bursting.
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Brush the eggplants lightly with olive oil and season with salt and white pepper.
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Place eggplants directly on the grill grate and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and charred in spots.
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While eggplants grill, mince the garlic clove and mix it with chopped fresh herbs, brown sugar, and a pinch of cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
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Remove eggplants from the grill and slice them in half lengthwise.
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Spoon the garlic-herb mixture over the hot eggplant halves.
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Serve immediately with the red and green bell pepper slices on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 67.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.5g12%
- Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.1mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.1g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
