Caponata, the traditional Sicilian condiment of eggplant, tomato, and anchovies, is a dark and mysterious concoction. This makeover is lighter, fresher in appearance—and vegetarian. With the inclusion of several garden vegetables, it resembles a …
Turkish Eggplant Pie
This delicate vegetable pie is seasoned with spices you’d find in a Turkish bazaar. 2 eggplants, pierced with fork 2 tbs. olive oil 1 medium candy onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 tbs. dried mint 2 1/2 tsp. anise seeds 2 tsp. …
Spicy Stir Fry with Peanuts and Fresh Herbs
1/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter 1/2 cup water, divided 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 broccoli crown, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 …
Sautéed Eggplant with Roasted Red Peppers
5 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium eggplant (1 pound), cut into 1/2-inch dice Roasted red peppers, cut into 1/2-inch dice Thinly sliced basil leaves Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper In a large skillet, heat the olive oil until …
Open-Face Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches
8 1/2-inch-thick slices of peasant bread Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing (try re-filling your olive oil bottles at Bleu Handcrafted foods) 1 1-1/4 lb Seismic Gardens eggplant, sliced crosswise 1 inch thick Salt and freshly ground black …