Caucasian-style eggplants
Description
I don't know about anyone else, but personally, Caucasian traditional cuisine is my absolute favorite in the world, as only here can you find such incredible combinations of flavors and aromas. And since vegetables, especially eggplants, hold a special place in this cuisine, I simply couldn't pass by this recipe for Caucasian-style eggplants, and now I'm eager to share it with you. In my opinion, this dish is a perfect summer option for a family dinner or lunch. And despite having absolutely no meat, it still turns out quite filling and nutritious, so no one will go hungry. Since fresh vegetables are definitely not in short supply right now, I highly recommend you try making Caucasian-style eggplants at home—you'll see just how amazing this dish truly is.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Heat the oil in a skillet and add the eggplants cut into large pieces.
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Step 3
Fry, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, then transfer to a plate for now.
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Step 4
Blanch the tomatoes with boiling water and remove the skins. Cut the peeled tomatoes into several pieces and place them in the blender container. Add fresh herbs and blend everything until smooth.
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Step 5
Place the diced onion and grated carrot into the skillet where the eggplants were fried.
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Step 6
Sauté the vegetables until soft and add the pepper cut into strips.
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Step 7
Cook everything together for about 5 minutes, then add the tomato sauce, minced garlic, and finely chopped chili pepper.
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Step 8
Stir and simmer covered for about 10 minutes.
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Step 9
The Caucasian-style eggplants are ready. Let the dish steep, then sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve.
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Step 10
Serve at the table.