Caponata is a classic Sicilian dish that brings together the rich flavours of eggplant, olives, and capers in a savoury sauce. It’s the perfect Mediterranean side dish or vegetarian main that’s bursting with flavour and nutrients. Whether served alongside grilled meats, fish, or as a topping for crusty sourdough, this is a really versatile side…
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Baba Ganoush
I love Baba Ganoush – it’s one of my favourite ways to enjoy eggplant (or aubergine). It’s the perfect combination of creamy, smokey and zesty lemon flavours, it’s easy to make and best of all, you don’t need a food processor to blend it. The most traditional way to make it is over a live…
Miso Eggplant
This Miso Eggplant (Nasu Dengaku) is a quick and easy side dish and my number one way to enjoy eggplant (or Aubergine depending on where you live). It’s so simple to make, I know you’re going to love the beautiful caramelised umami flavours. Whenever I visit a Japanese restaurant, this is an entrĂ©e we always…
Italian Baked Eggplant
This Italian Baked Eggplant is deliciously nourishing side dish. The eggplant is baked in the oven and then covered with tomato and cheese (a match made in heaven). The roasting of eggplant gives the flesh a soft, sweeter taste resulting in perfect bites of eggplant, herby tomatoes and melted cheese. Health benefits Eggplant provides a…
Eggplant Parmigiana Meatballs
I had these Eggplant Parmigiana Meatballs in a small town in Italy many moons ago and they have stuck with me. I love regular eggplant parmigiana, but why not go to a little extra effort and create meaty plant based meatballs and pair them with a simple tomato sauce and a cheesy topping. Health benefits…
Roast Eggplant Salad
This fresh and tasty Roast Eggplant Salad is a delicious plant based side dish to compliment any meal or even for a light lunch or dinner on its own. Eggplants (or aubergines) are a severely underrated vegetable and so I’m happy to share this salad to highlight how delicious they really can be! Eggplants can…
