Grilled eggplant is the perfect complement to Italian creamy or tomato-based dishes, Greek cuisine, noodles and curries, and even burgers with cheesy fries. It is such a tasty addition to a really wide variety of foods. You can get really creative with it and see what new combinations you can find.
There are few things that are so simple yet so delightful as grilled eggplant. This hidden gem is a wonderful addition to so many dishes once you know how to prepare it. Let’s take a look at how to in a few simple steps.
Prepare the Eggplant
First, you need to chop your eggplant. There are a number of different ways you can do this. The best way depends on what effect you’re going for. Generally, we would say that the best option is to dice your eggplant into 1.5 cm cubes or slice it into circles.
Put it in the Oven
Preheat the oven to 400F and spread the eggplant onto a baking tray. Toss in olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake until soft.
Barbeque
Alternatively, you can also grill delicious eggplant on the barbeque. If you choose this method, the eggplant is also really nice sliced lengthways into long, thick strips.
