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Zaalouk – Moroccan Eggplant Tapenade


  • Author: bennacer-blogbrandinggmail-com
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious Moroccan eggplant tapenade that combines smoky eggplant with spicy tomatoes, perfect for appetizers, picnics, or as a flavorful dip.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium eggplants
  • 3 ripe tomatoes
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or coriander
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Grilled bread for serving
  • Flatbread for serving
  • Thin pancakes for serving

Instructions

  1. Grill the eggplants until tender, then chop into small pieces.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until golden.
  3. Add peeled and chopped tomatoes, cooking until well reduced.
  4. Incorporate the chopped eggplant, spices, and herbs, then simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  5. At the end of cooking, drizzle with lemon juice and adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve warm or cold on grilled bread or as a dip with flatbread.

Notes

Use ripe eggplants for a richer flavor. Adjust spices to your liking, and add a bit of chili for heat if desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Moroccan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg