Best Eggplant Steaks With Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives Recipes

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EGGPLANT STEAKS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND OLIVES



Eggplant Steaks with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olives image

Provided by Thomas Rau, M.D.

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Herb     Olive     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Broil     Vegetarian     Eggplant     Healthy     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium-large eggplants (about 1 pound each)
Coarse sea salt
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese or sheep's milk Feta
8 sun-dried tomato halves packed in olive oil, drained, and coarsely chopped
12 pitted Kalamata olives, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
2 to 3 tablespoons slivered fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Trim the ends from the eggplants and peel off the skin. Cut each eggplant lengthwise into four or more 1/2-inch-thick slices. (Some of the slices will be smaller than others, but all should be of equal thickness.) If needed, trim a thin slice from each of the rounded sides so the pieces will lie flat on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the slices with coarse salt and layer in a colander to drain for at least 30 minutes or for up to 2 hours. Rinse the eggplant slices under cold running water and dry well with paper towels, pressing to remove as much moisture as possible.
  • 2. Preheat the broiler and position the oven rack about 4 inches from the heat. Line a large heavy baking sheet with aluminum foil. Arrange the eggplant slices on the sheet in a single layer and brush both sides with oil. Broil for 7 to 9 minutes, turning once, until the eggplant is tender and lightly browned on both sides. Leave the broiler on.
  • 3. Meanwhile, combine the goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives in a small bowl. Toss gently to mix. Divide the mixture evenly over the broiled eggplant slices. Sprinkle the Pecorino Romano cheese evenly over each slice and return to the oven. Broil for 1 minute, or until the goat cheese has softened and the grated cheese is just beginning to brown at the edges. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Scatter basil over the top of each slice and serve at once.

EGGPLANT AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO SPREAD



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Provided by Ian Knauer

Categories     Tomato     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Eggplant     Healthy     Potluck     Gourmet     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head garlic
6 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 1/2 pounds eggplant
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (3 ounces), chopped, plus 2 tablespoons tomato oil
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup chopped basil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Accompaniment: toasted baguette slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle.
  • Cut off and discard top of garlic head to expose cloves. Brush top of head with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Wrap garlic in foil and roast until tender, about 45 minutes. Cool to warm, then squeeze garlic cloves from skins into a small bowl, discarding skins.
  • Meanwhile, cut eggplant into 1/2-inch pieces and toss with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a large colander. Let drain 30 minutes. Squeeze eggplant in a kitchen towel to remove liquid.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then sauté one third of eggplant until browned and tender, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Cook remaining eggplant in olive oil in same manner (in 2 batches), transferring to bowl.
  • Add 1 cup cooked eggplant to garlic and coarsely mash together. Stir into remaining eggplant with sun-dried tomatoes (without tomato oil), parsley, basil, lemon juice, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Season with salt and drizzle with tomato oil.
  • What to drink:
  • Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel '07 or Château de Chamirey Mercurey Rouge '07

FLANK STEAK WITH BALSAMIC ROASTED EGGPLANT



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This weeknight steak dinner is a full-flavored embrace of the summer. Roasted eggplant and red onions are tossed with balsamic and basil, and a nice spicy kick of chili. Jarred sun-dried tomatoes are turned into a quick pesto to round out the dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 eggplants (10 to 12 ounces each), cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick wedges
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
1 clove garlic, smashed and peeled
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 1 1/4-pound flank steak, halved lengthwise then crosswise
Freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
1 cup torn fresh basil

Steps:

  • Put a rimmed baking sheet in the oven and preheat to 450˚ F. Combine the eggplant, red onion, 1/4 cup olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes in a large bowl and toss to coat. Spread out on the preheated pan and roast, tossing once, until browned around the edges and tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and drizzle with the balsamic vinegar; toss gently.
  • Meanwhile, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons water and a pinch of salt in a food processor or mini chopper. Pulse until mostly smooth (it should be the consistency of a thick pesto; if it's too thick, add more water 1 teaspoon at a time). Adjust the seasoning, if needed.
  • Season the steak all over with salt, pepper and the herbes de Provence. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the steak and cook until well browned, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side, 4 to 5 minutes for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board to rest 5 minutes.
  • Toss the basil with the eggplant; season with salt, if needed. Divide among plates. Slice the steak, divide among the plates and top with the sun-dried tomato mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 91 milligrams, Sodium 589 milligrams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 8 grams

MELENZANA ALI OLIO



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A marinated eggplant in olive oil and seasonings that is a delicious antipasto dish. Traditionally we make this in September, to be served at Christmas time. Sometimes Nonna slipped a couple of finely sliced sun-dried tomatoes (with dried basil) into the mix for a variation.

Provided by DXRICCI

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes

Time P1DT12h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium eggplants
½ cup coarse salt
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
1 bulb garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • On the evening before you intend to make the dish, prepare the eggplant. Cut the ends off the eggplants, and peel. Cut the peeled eggplant into long strips about as big around as shoestring french fries. Place the strips into a large bowl, and stir in 1/2 cup of coarse salt.
  • Place a sturdy dinner plate upside down in a clean sink, making sure that the drain is not blocked. Place a generous handful of the eggplant strips onto the center of the plate, and cover with another upside down dinner plate to create an eggplant sandwich. Layer more eggplant and plates until all of the eggplant is sandwiched. Cap it off with one additional plate, and press down firmly. Set a sturdy stock pot on top, and fill with enough water to create some pressure on the eggplant layers. Not so much pressure that you break your dishes though. Let this pressing process stand overnight.
  • The next day, fill a large bowl with ice water. Begin dismantling your stack of plates. One layer (handful) at a time, briefly swish the eggplant around in the ice water, then squeeze dry and place into a clean bowl. If your hand starts to hurt, you are swishing too long. Once all of the eggplant is rinsed and squeezed and in the bowl, mix in the vinegar. Let rest for about 15 minutes.
  • Heat a splash of the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano and sea salt. Cook and stir just until fragrant. You do not want to cook the garlic. Set aside to cool.
  • Your eggplants should be well rested now. Give them one last sqeeze. Make it a good one, or your melenzana is going to taste like pickles. ''Don't worry, this is the last time, I promise...'' (This is to be said to the poor little melenzana - they've been through so much!)
  • Place the squeezed eggplants into a large bowl, and stir in the contents of the skillet and remaining olive oil until well blended. Transfer to sterile 1 pint or 1/2 pint jars. Make sure to fill the jars to the top, and top off with any olive oil that may be left in the bowl. Wipe the rims with a clean dry cloth, and seal tightly with new lids. Refrigerate for at least a month before opening.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 2698.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

EGGPLANT STEAKS



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup thick steak sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper
8 (1/2-inch) eggplant slices, purged with salt
1 cup grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons chopped parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together the Worcestershire, steak sauce, olive oil, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pat your eggplant dry with paper towels. With a pastry brush apply the sauce to both sides of the eggplant. Place eggplant rounds onto a sheet tray fitted with a rack. Place the tray under the broiler for until eggplant is nicely browned, approximately 2 minutes. Turn slices over and place back under broiler to brown the other side. Generously sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over all of the slices. Place back under the broiler for 1 minute to nicely brown the cheese. Serve plain or sprinkle with freshly chopped herbs.

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