Ingredients

  • 2 large (striped) aubergines
  • 6 tbs of extra virgin olive oil + extra for later
  • 300ml full fat Greek or Turkish yoghurt
  • 2 tbsp of milk
  • ½ bunch of fresh mint
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp of nigella seeds (black cumin seeds)

Author of this recipe

Helena

Helena

Community organisation

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Lebanese style grilled aubergine with yogurt dressing is a perfect side dish.

Total votes: 547

Preparation

Cut the aubergines lengthwise into slices 1cm thick.
Brush both sides of the slices with olive oil. Heat the char-grill pan until very hot.
Grill the aubergine slices on each side for 3 minutes until golden and cooked. Keep warm.
Pour the yoghurt into a bowl and add the milk, mix well.
Chop the mint leaves and stir them together with the chopped garlic and a pinch of salt through the yoghurt.
Check for seasoning and add more salt if necessary.
Divide the aubergine between 4 plates and spoon a big scoop of yoghurt next to it.
Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle the nigella seeds over the yoghurt.

Serve with freshly baked pita bread.

Tips from the author

A salad to serve as an entree or plate to share with 4 or more.

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