Spicy Spanish Eggplant (Aubergine) Dip

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Spicy Spanish Eggplant (Aubergine) Dip is a tangy and bold dip, perfect for parties and gatherings
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Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 eggplants
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup onion , chopped finely
2 garlic cloves , minced
4 anchovy fillets , canned chopped ( about 1/3 ounce )
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
123
Sugar
4g
Fat
8g
Spicy Spanish Eggplant (Aubergine) Dip is a tangy and bold dip, perfect for parties and gatherings. While most dips use a sour cream or cream cheese base, the Eggplant Dip uses charred and tender eggplant pulp to give it a low-fat and delicious base instead. The flavors include a mix of tangy, herby, and spicy, making it perfect for those who like a bold taste. And, the best part is that it is easy and quick to make, giving you the ability to whip up a batch for any occasion without too much advance planning!

Instructions

1.Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2.Lightly coat eggplant with cooking spray. Pierce eggplant several times with a fork.
3.Place eggplant on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 20 minutes or until eggplant is charred and tender, turning occasionally.
4.Cut eggplant in half lengthwise; discard seeds.
5.Place eggplant pulp in a colander for 10 minutes.
6.In a small bowl, combine tomato paste, red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, paprika, salt, and ground red pepper; stir with a whisk.
7.Heat olive oil a pan over medium-high heat. Add onion; sauté 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add garlic; sauté 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add anchovy fillets; cook 1 minute, stirring mixture constantly.
8.Stir in tomato paste mixture; cook 1 minute or until slightly thickened.
9.Add eggplant; cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Remove from heat; stir in parsley. Serve dip with pita chips or vegetables.

PROS

Spicy Spanish Eggplant Dip is a tasty and bold dip, perfect for parties and gatherings.

Its got a tangy, herby, and spicy kick to it making it a delicious appetizer for any occasion.

CONS

Eggplant Dip is high in sodium because of the anchovy fillets, and people with high blood pressure should eat it in moderation.

This Dip also includes a good amount of olive oil, which makes it high in fat and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants have several health benefits. They contain a lot of fiber, and vitamin C, and are also low in calories. Eggplants also contain antioxidants, which help protect your cells from damage. Olive oil is also a great source of monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

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