Grilled Eggplant | The Fresh Chile Co

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

garlic

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: onion

Shallots provide a milder flavor while onions are a cost-effective alternative.

basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Spinach adds freshness and nutrients, while dried oregano is a more economical herb.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Cut the tip off the whole eggplant.

Slice the eggplant lengthwise into about 1/2 inch thick slices.

Place the slices on a plate and add salt to taste on both sides.

Let the salted eggplant sit aside for about 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, use a paper towel to remove excess moisture from both sides of the eggplant slices.

In a large bowl, add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic.

Add 1/2 cup of Hatch Green jalapeno Rose to the bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of red chili powder to the bowl.

Add 1/4 cup of toasted sesame oil to the bowl and mix very well.

Add the eggplant slices to the marinade and make sure they are fully covered on both sides, using a spoon to spread the mixture if necessary.

Place the marinated eggplant slices in the fridge for about 4 to 6 hours to allow the flavors to absorb.

Preheat a grill over medium-high heat.

Add the marinated eggplant slices to the grill and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until you see beautifully grilled marks.

Repeat the grilling process with all of the eggplant slices.

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