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This Mediterranean appetizer features Long Narrow Eggplants; Cut. The flavors come together beautifully. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a starter before the main course. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Zesty Eggplant Slices (Skhtorats
Description
This Mediterranean appetizer features Long Narrow Eggplants; Cut. The flavors come together beautifully. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a starter before the main course. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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Into 1/2-Inch Slices 1 tb Coarse (Kosher) Salt 4 lg Cloves Garlic; Crushed In A -Garlic Press 3 tb Red Wine Vinegar 1/2 c Olive Oil; Or As Needed 1/4 c Fresh Cilantro; Chopped Freshly Ground Black Pepper -And Salt To Taste
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Place the eggplant slices in a colander and
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toss with the salt.
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Let stand for 30 minutes.
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Rinse the eggplant well, under cold running water, and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
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In a small bowl, combine the garlic and vinegar and let stand while you cook the eggplant.
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Divide the oil between 2 large skillets and heat until it sizzles.
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Add eggplant slices to both skillets, without overcrowding, and
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fry until a deep golden on both sides, 12 to 15 minutes.
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Repeat with any remaining slices.
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Transfer the fried slices to a large bowl, without draining.
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Let cool.
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Place the cooled eggplant slices in a serving dish in layers, sprinkling each
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layer with vinegar-garlic mixture, pepper, salt (if needed), and cilantro.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 49.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.4g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 6.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 11.7g4%
- Dietary Fiber 6.0g24%
- Sugars 7.0g
- Protein 2.0g4%
* 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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