Grilled Eggplant with Garlic and Herbs
A simple and flavorful dish that showcases the natural sweetness of ripe eggplant, grilled to perfection with a garlic and herb marinade.
Ingredients
For Grilled Eggplant
- 2 medium eggplants Select ripe, glossy eggplants.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For brushing the eggplants.
- 3 cloves garlic (minced) Adds flavor to the eggplant.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano Can substitute with other herbs.
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- ½ teaspoon black pepper Ground black pepper to taste.
- to taste fresh parsley (chopped) For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Slice the eggplants into ½-inch-thick rounds.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Brush the eggplant slices generously with the oil mixture on both sides.
- Place the slices on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until they’re tender and have grill marks.
- Transfer to a serving plate, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
This recipe can be served as a side dish or an appetizer. Feel free to add more spices as per your preference.