Simple Baked Eggplant Recipe That Is Delicious And Perfect For Any Dinner Party

Discover the joy of cooking with this delightful Baked Eggplant recipe, perfect for a festive Friday night meal.

This dish, serving up to 4 people, combines the rich flavors of eggplant, mushrooms, tomatoes, and a blend of spices, creating a vegan-friendly option that's sure to impress.

Whether you're looking for a new Sabbath recipe or simply want to add a tasty vegan dish to your repertoire, this baked eggplant recipe ticks all the boxes.

Ingredients

• 2 medium eggplants (2 lb / 900 g)
• ¼ lb (113 g) button mushrooms, sliced
• ½ lb (225 g) tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup (240 ml) chopped onions
• 4 large cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt or to taste
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• ¾ cup (80 g) walnuts
• 3 heaping tbsp capers, drained
• 1 can (6 oz / 170 g) tomato paste
• 2–3 small tomatoes, sliced

  Appliances Required

  • Serrated grapefruit knife
  • Large, deep skillet or flat-bottomed wok
  • Baking sheet

    

    What To Prepare

    1. Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise, leaving a ¼-inch (0.5 cm) rind.
    2. Scoop out the flesh using a curved serrated grapefruit knife and coarsely chop it.
    3. Place the chopped eggplant into a large, deep skillet or flat-bottomed wok.
    4. Rub the inside of the eggplant shells with olive oil and set aside on a baking sheet.
    5. Add mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, garlic, salt, cinnamon, pepper, and olive oil to the skillet. Sauté for 5 to 10 minutes until soft but still chunky.
    6. Place eggplant shells under the broiler and broil 3 inches (7.5 cm) from the heat source for 8–12 minutes until fork tender. Be careful not to burn them.
    7. Remove from heat source and set aside.
    8. Coarsely grind walnuts and add them to the skillet along with capers and tomato paste. Mix well.
    9. Fill eggplant shells with the sautéed mixture and top with tomato slices.
    10. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    11. Bake uncovered at 375°F for 25–35 minutes.

    Nutritional Values (per serving)

    Nutrient	Amount
    Calories	300 kcal
    Fat	15 g
    Saturated Fat	2 g
    Sodium	600 mg
    Carbohydrates	35 g
    Fiber	12 g
    Sugar	20 g
    Protein	8 g

    This baked eggplant recipe is not only delicious but also offers a good balance of nutrients. Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or just looking for a hearty vegan meal, this baked eggplant dish is sure to satisfy.