Smoky Grilled Eggplant
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Smoky Grilled Eggplant
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This easy smoky Grilled Eggplant recipe turns a simple eggplant into a smoky grilled vegetable that’s hearty and satisfying. Main or side.
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Ingredients
- 1 eggplant aubergine
- 5 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten free
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
To serve (optional)
- Carrot top chimichurri
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Instructions
- Wash the eggplant, cut off the leafy top, then thinly slice lengthways, about ¼-inch thick.
- Add the oil and all seasonings to a large dish and mix. Brush it over the eggplant slices.
- Heat a griddle pan or clamp grill (like a George Foreman grill). Place the eggplant steaks onto the hot grill and cook until soft and lightly charred, then flip and cook the other side.
- Alternatively heat a grill/grill pan/bbq/broiler and cook as above. Or, heat the oven to 200°c/400°f and bake on a tray for 25 minutes or until soft and juicy.
- Serve drizzled with any remaining marinade or even some carrot top chimichurri.
Notes
- Tips
- Serving Suggestions
- Variations
- Storage: Store any leftover grilled eggplant in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat using the microwave or saute gently on a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
- Freezing: Because of the naturally high water content in eggplant, freezing this dish is not recommended.
- When choosing your eggplant, make sure you choose ones that are wide and not skinny as these make the best steaks.
- You can also cut your eggplant into thick circles for different shape steak.
- If your eggplant is on the bigger side and has a lot of water, sprinkle some salt on the steaks and let them sit for 20 minutes before patting with a paper towel. This will help release any excess moisture.
- Make sure your grill pan is hot enough to char the eggplant. Cooking at a lower heat will steam the eggplant and give it a mushy texture.
- Enjoy as a side dish or veggie / vegan main as eggplant steaks.
- Pairs well with a side of Turmeric Rice or Greek Spinach Rice.
- Add a few steaks to a hearty Grilled Halloumi Sandwich.
- Finish with an easy dessert of Grilled Nectarines.
- Use your favorite dried herb seasoning blends to brush onto the eggplant such as Greek, Italian, Lemon Pepper, or even taco seasoning.
- If you don’t like a smoky flavor, feel free to omit the liquid smoke and use regular paprika in the recipe.
- Top with marinara sauce and Italian cheese for a twist on eggplant parmesan.
- Add balsamic vinegar to the eggplant steak seasonings for a tangy and slightly sweet flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
379kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
36g
(55%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
10g
Monounsaturated Fat
22g
Trans Fat
1g
Sodium
671mg
(28%)
Potassium
575mg
(16%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
302IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
30mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 379 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 379kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 671mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 575mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 302IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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