Guest guest Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 * Exported from MasterCook * Algerian Eggplant Jam Recipe By : Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 3 middle-sized eggplants (3 lb total) salt to taste 7 Tbs olive oil 3 carlic cloves -- minced 2 tsp paprika -- sweet 1 1/2 tsp pepper -- cayenne or 1/8 tsp harissa pepper; freshly ground 3 Tbs fresh lemon juice -- (3 to 4) 1 tb parsley -- chopped 3 lemon wedges or 3 tomato wedges Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cut the stems off the eggplants. Using a vegetable peeler or a sharp knife, peel the skin in 1/2 inch wide strips vertically down each eggplant so you get a striped effect. Slice each eggplant horizontally into 1/2 inch slices. Place in a colander and salt each slice. Let stand 30 minutes, then rinse well and pat dry with paper towels. Brush a baking sheet with 3 tablespoons of the oil. Lightly brush the eggplant slices with 2 tablespoons oil and place in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the slices are light golden brown on both sides. Transfer the eggplant to a bowl and, using a fork or potato masher, mash with the garlic, paprika, cumin, water and cayenne. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet. Add the mashed eggplant and fry very slowly, turned occasionally, for about 20 minutes, or until the moisture evaporates. Stir in the lemon juice and cook 1 minute longer. Taste, and season with salt and pepper, if needed. Place the eggplant on a platter and garnish with parsley and lemon or tomato wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature. This eggplant spread has a jamlike consistency. It is made all over North Africa, but this version, with garlic, cumin and lemon juice is one of the most flavorful. Serve it with warm country-style bread or pita. Source: " Gourmed.com " S(Formatted by Chupa): " 11.02.04 " - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 890 Calories; 96g Fat (93.3% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 12g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 37mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fruit; 19 Fat. Nutr. Assoc. : 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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