MOROCCAN ZAALOUK RECIPE
To make this popular Moroccan side or salad, fresh tomatoes and eggplants are seasoned with a robust quantity of herbs, garlic, olive oil, and spices then cooked to a dip-like consistency.Roasting the eggplants is optional but recommended for a layer of smoky flavor. It's my preferred method.Don't worry about exact measures when making zaalouk. The ratio of tomatoes to eggplant can be adjusted according to what you have on hand or what you prefer in terms of flavor. Seasoning is also very flexible and more or less olive oil is also fine.Zaalouk is traditionally enjoyed as a dip with Moroccan bread (khobz). If you prefer to eat with a fork or want to make enough to have leftovers for another meal, you may want to increase the recipe by half. Serve zaalouk warm, cold, or at room temperature.
Provided by Christine Benlafquih | Taste of Maroc
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Trim the stems from the eggplants and cut them in half lengthwise. Arrange the eggplant halves skin side up on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and place under the broiler as close to the flame or heating element as possible.
- Roast the eggplants for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the skins are charred and puckered with sections that crumble or crack like burnt paper when pressed. The flesh will be very soft.
- While the eggplant is roasting, peel, seed, and chop the tomatoes.
- Transfer the chopped tomatoes to a skillet along with the olive oil, garlic, parsley, cilantro, and spices. The optional cayenne and whole chili peppers can be added at this time as well.
- Cook the tomato mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes break down and a rich tomato sauce forms. This usually takes 10 to 20 minutes, depending on how soft the tomatoes were and how many you used.
- When the eggplants are roasted, remove them from the oven. When cool enough to handle, use a large spoon to scoop the flesh from the skin. Discard the skin.
- Add the eggplant flesh to the tomato mixture, stirring to combine. Use the back of a spoon or a fork to mash any firm bits of eggplant. If you want to add the optional lemon juice or a very small wedge of lemon, you can do so at this time.
- Cook the zaalouk for five to ten minutes to allow the flavors to blend, or longer if you want to reduce the salad to a drier, pastier consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning then remove from the heat.
- Peel, seed, and chop the tomatoes. Place them in a large deep skillet or large pot along with the olive oil, spices, garlic, and herbs. Stir to combine.
- Trim the stems from the eggplants and peel them. Some strips of skin can be left intact if you like a colorful zaalouk.Finely chop the peeled eggplants and add them to the skillet or pot along with 1/4 to 1/3 cup of water. If your pan is quite full, don't worry about stirring the eggplant into the tomato mixture just yet.
- Cover and cook the tomato mixture and eggplants over medium heat for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chopped eggplant has begun to soften and reduce in volume.
- Stir to combine all the ingredients well. Add the optional chili peppers or cayenne, if using, and a little more water if you found that the ingredients were sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Cover and continue cooking for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the eggplant and tomatoes are soft enough to mash.
- At this point, you can add the optional lemon juice or lemon wedge if using.Continue cooking the zaalouk uncovered to reduce the liquids, scraping the bottom of the pan and stirring frequently. Adjust the heat if necessary to avoid burning the zaalouk.If you want a puree-like consistency, mash the eggplants and tomatoes while the liquids reduce. If you prefer a chunky texture, stir without mashing.
- When the zaalouk has reduced to a consistency you like, taste and adjust seasoning then remove from the heat.
- Zaalouk can be served warm, cold, or at room temperature. Garnish as desired with fresh parsley or cilantro and/or a drizzle of good olive oil.
- Zaalouk will keep for several days in the fridge or two to three months in the freezer.If freezing, allow the zaalouk to thaw before reheating in a pan. Reduce any excess liquids and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 593 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 10 g
ZAHLOUK (EGGPLANT AND TOMATO SALAD)
Delicious as a salad or as a dip. If' you've no Harissa in the house you can always substitute with 1 teaspoon paprika mixed with 1 teaspoon ground coriander and a good pinch of cayenne pepper.
Provided by Julie Bs Hive
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Steam eggplant cubes for 8-10 minutes or until soft. Tip onto a cutting board and mash with a fork.
- Heat the oil in a heavy-bottom pan and cook the cumin seeds and garlic 1-2 minutes until the seeds become fragrant. Add the tomatoes, sugar, Harissa, and half the parsley. Cook 15-20 minutes over a low heat stirring occasionally until the mixturere resembles a thick sauce. Stir in the lemon juice and mashed eggplant. Stir until combined and heated through. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
- Let mixture come to room temperature. Garnish with the remaining chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.3, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 28.9, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 5
MOROCCAN ZAALOUK (COOKED EGGPLANT AND TOMATO SALAD)
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Combine eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, parsley, paprika, cumin, salt, oil, water, and cayenne in a large deep skillet or pot. Cover and simmer over medium to medium-high heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- With a spoon or potato masher, crush and blend tomatoes and eggplant.
- Add lemon wedge to the pot, if using. Continue simmering mixture, uncovered, for 10 minutes. The lemon will give a tangy nuance but is not necessary.
- The zaalouk is ready when liquids are reduced and mixture can be stirred into a heap in the center of the pan.
- Drizzle olive oil-or chile oil if you like spicy food. Serve with sliced crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 kcal, Carbohydrate 78 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1157 mg, Sugar 14 g, Fat 15 g, ServingSize serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
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