Asian Eggplant Dip
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Yield 4-6
A super easy, Asian inspired appetizer. Serve with Rice Crackers or Pita Wedges. The Star Anise is optional but adds a wonderful flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 Large Eggplant
- 2 cloves Garlic, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Fresh Ginger, chopped or grated
- 1 teaspoon Roasted Sesame Oil
- 2 teaspoons Soy Sauce
- 2 teaspoons Rice Vinegar
- Sea Salt and Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Star Anise, ground fine (optional)
- 2 Green Onions, chopped
Poke a few holes in a large eggplant and roast under the broiler until well charred and soft in the middle (20 min). Scoop the flesh and let drain a minute or two, then pop into a food processor and add chopped garlic, chopped ginger, splashes of sesame oil, soy sauce and rice vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and top with sliced green onions. Serve with rice crackers.
Instructions
- Heat the broiler to high
- Poke a few holes in the Eggplant and put on a foil lines baking sheet
- Broil 20 minutes close to the heat, turning once or twice until well charred on all sides
- Let cool and scoop flesh into a strainer. Let liquid drain for a few minutes
- Whirl all the ingredients except the Green Onions in a food processor until almost smooth
- Season with Salt and Pepper
- Top with chopped Green Onions
Recipe by Healthy Mama Cooks at http://www.healthymamacooks.com/make-it-your-way-dips-and-crudites/