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Zaalouk
Cube or char and peel the eggplant. Cook in oil with garlic, tomato and spices until it collapses, 20โ25 minutes. Mash.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Zaalouk take?
45 min all in โ 15 min prep, 30 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Eggplant โ Courgette. A different cooked salad. Softer.
Any tips from this recipe?
A little chilli is allowed. It is better after an hour.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.