Tag: eggplant

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These Soy-Marinated Tuna Kebabs

Our Asian spin on kebabs pairs fresh tuna with hearty veggies in a weeknight main that’s also great for entertaining. Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 3 tablespoons sesame oil 1 tablespoon honey 2 teaspoons sesame seeds 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 pounds tuna fillet, cut into 24 […]

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Grilled Caponata Salad with Grilled Flatbreads

Look for caper berries near the olives in the supermarket; they should be next to the capers, but they’re much bigger and have a stem. In a pinch, substitute about a tablespoon of chopped capers. Japanese eggplants have thinner skins than typical globe eggplants, so you can leave the peel on. The light purple color […]

Eggplant Parmesan

The traditional version of this Italian-American classic is known to tip the scales: heavily breaded and fried eggplant slices that are then buried in cheese and baked. Our makeover skips the fry and bakes the panko-crusted eggplant until it has a crisp exterior and wonderfully meaty interior. A combination of part-skim ricotta, sliced mozzarella, fontina, […]

Grilled Eggplant, Tomatoes, and Zucchini

Ingredients 2 tablespoons salt, plus more for sprinkling 2 medium eggplants, trimmed and sliced diagonally (about 3/4 inch thick) 2 small zucchinis, trimmed and halved lengthwise 4 Roma tomatoes, halved lengthwise About 1/3 cup olive oil See a One Pot Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe Preparation 1. In a large bowl, dissolve 2 tablespoons salt in 3 […]

Thai Shrimp and Eggplant Stir-Fry

Ingredients 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 1/2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 tablespoon plus 5 tsp. peanut oil 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 slender Japanese eggplants, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 Fresno chilies, seeded and slivered 1 scallion, […]

Eggplant Juice Prevents Cancer, Diabetes, Protects Heart & Brain Cell Membranes! How to Prepare it?

Eggplants belong to the nightshade family of vegetables, which also includes tomatoes and potatoes. It, also called aubergine, is a tasty, nutrient filled vegetable. They are different in size, colour or shape and contain many beneficial nutrients and phytochemical compounds that benefit human health. Eggplant Juice Nutrition Eggplants are an excellent source of folate, potassium, […]

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Seared Tuna with Eggplant and Edamame

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 pound Japanese eggplant, cut diagonally into 1/2-in.-thick slices 2 cups frozen shelled edamame or lima beans, thawed 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 4 (6-oz.) 1-in.-thick tuna fillets 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation 1. Heat a large skillet […]