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Moroccan Zaalouk
Moroccan Zaalouk is a popular North African dish made from roasted and mashed aubergines (eggplants) mixed with tomatoes, garlic, and a blend of aromatic spices. It's known for its rich, smoky flavour and is often served as a side dish or dip.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 125 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Condiments
Cuisine:
Moroccan
Ingredients
- 500 g eggplants Aubergines, diced
- 300 g tomatoes Ripe and diced
- 1 onion Finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground chili Adjust to taste
- salt To taste
- black pepper To taste
- cilantro leaves Fresh for garnish
Instructions
- Start by roasting the eggplants. Place the diced eggplants on a baking tray, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with a pinch of salt.
- Roast them in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 20-25 minutes or until they become tender and slightly charred.
- While the eggplants are roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, ground cumin, ground paprika, and ground chili. Cook the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, or until the tomatoes have softened and the mixture thickens.
- Once the roasted eggplants are ready, add them to the tomato mixture. Mash the eggplants with a fork or potato masher and mix everything together.
- Continue to cook the mixture for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a thick consistency.
- Season the Zaalouk with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the chili level according to your preference for spiciness.
- Remove the Zaalouk from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.
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Notes
- This Moroccan Zaalouk is a flavourful dip or side dish that goes well with crusty bread or pita. Enjoy its rich, smoky flavour with a touch of spice!
- Nutritional facts:
- The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Nutrition Information
Calories
125kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
13mg
(1%)
Potassium
538mg
(15%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
981IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
16mg
(18%)
Calcium
36mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 538mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 981IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.