AUBERGINES SARDINES - GASTRONOMIE GABONAISE | CUISINE DU GABON

sardines

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Mackerel offers a similar flavor profile with less fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil provides a healthier fat option.

aubergines

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: eggplant

Zucchini is lighter and cooks faster.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a similar freshness.

Slice aubergines and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.

Rinse and pat dry the aubergines to remove excess salt.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and diced bell peppers; cook for 3-4 minutes until soft.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5-7 minutes.

Add sardines, breaking them into chunks, and mix gently.

Incorporate sliced aubergines and season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.

Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until aubergines are tender.

Add lemon juice and chopped cilantro; stir to combine.

Serve hot over cooked rice.

Cooking Techniques

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