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Experience the essence of the Mediterranean with our savory Eggplant Rounds. Grilled to perfection and paired with a zesty yogurt sauce and sumac dressing, this dish is a celebration of flavors. Try it now for a taste of the Mediterranean at home!
Type of Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Prep Time: 40 minutes (includes 30 minutes soaking).
Cook Time: 12 minutes
How Many Servings?
4 servings
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| 2 large italian eggplant (peeled or not cut round about ¾ of inch thick) | |
| 2 tablespoons seasalt | |
| 2 tablespoons olive oil | |
| 8 cups water | |
| For the sumac dressing: 1 clove garlic minced, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons sumac, 2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley |
For the yogurt sauce:
| 1 ½ cup greek yogurt | |
| 2 cloves garlic (minced) | |
| 2 teaspoons lemon zest | |
| 1 tablespoon lemon juice | |
| 1 tablespoon olive oil | |
| 1 teaspoon salt | |
| 1 teaspoon black pepper |
Preparation
1
In a large bowl, dissolve 2 tablespoons with 8 cups of water, add the sliced eggplant, and submerge them underwater by placing a plate on top to keep them sinking underneath the water for 30 minutes keep for 30 minutes.
2
Whisk together the yogurt with minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil seasoned with salt and pepper in a medium-size bowl. Keep in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the dish.
3
Mix the sumac dressing, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest with minced garlic, sumac, pomegranate molasses, and season with salt and pepper in a small bowl, and keep aside.
Meanwhile, have your grill ready on medium-high heat.
4
Drain the eggplant and pat dry with a towel; brush both sides with olive oil, sprinkle some salt, and place on the grill. Close the grill and cook for about 6 minutes. Flip them over and cook for another 6 minutes or until they become golden in color and have grill marks on them. Remove from the grill.
To assemble the dish, use a shallow dish, spread the yogurt sauce on the bottom, arrange the grilled eggplant on top, then drizzle with the Sumac dressing! Eat a bite and share a bite! Enjoy!