ZAALOUK (SPICY AUBERGINE SALAD) - MOROCCO

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Zaalouk (Spicy Aubergine Salad) - Morocco image

Called ajlouk in Tunisia. Make this a little in advance, so the flavors blend well. If you can't find harissa, add 1 tsp paprika and a good pinch of cayenne.

Provided by Mme M

Categories     Moroccan

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs aubergines, peeled and cubed
5 garlic cloves, peeled
salt
3 large beef tomatoes, peeled and chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons wine vinegar
1 teaspoon harissa
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bunch parsley, flat leaf

Steps:

  • Boil the aubergines and the garlic in a pan of boiling, salted water for 30 minutes or until they are very soft.
  • Drain, then chop the aubergines with the garlic in a colander, mashing down with a fork, pressing all the water out.
  • Put the tomatoes into the emptied pan and cook on low heat for 20 minutes, or until reduced to a thck sauce. Stir it occasionally.
  • Mix with aubergines and the rest of the ingredients.
  • Season to taste.

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