| | Braised Eggplant And Peppers 4 tablespoons of olive oil
1 unpeeled eggplant, cut into cubes, about 1 pound
2 onions, halved & thinly sliced
5 garlic cloves; minced
2 red bell peppers, cored, cut into strips
3/4 teaspoon of ground turmeric
1 1/2 cups of diced canned tomatoes with juice
a dash or pinch of sugar
2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon of chopped fresh cilantro |
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Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed eggplant and sauté until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer eggplant to plate. Add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to same skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté until onions are tender and golden, about 6 minutes. Add bell peppers and 3/4 teaspoon turmeric to skillet and sauté until peppers are almost tender, about 6 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juices and sugar. Boil until mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Add eggplant; reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 6 minutes longer. Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and cool to room temperature. (Can be made up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Serve at room temperature.) Sprinkle with cilantro. 6 Appetizer or side dish servings. This great recipe is from Bon Appétit Subscribe to Bon Appétit to receive more great recipes at home. |
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