Zaalouk

Name: Zaalouk
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, diced; 4 medium tomatoes, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp ground coriander; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/4 tsp salt; pinch black pepper; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

A warm Moroccan eggplant and tomato salad mashed with garlic, spices, and olive oil, served as a dip or side dish. Silky, earthy, and full of bright flavor.

40 minEasyServes 4120 cal/serving

MoroccanSaladStovetopVegetarianVegan

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Ingredients

1 large eggplant, diced
4 medium tomatoes, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp ground coriander
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt
pinch black pepper
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 large diced eggplant and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown.
2

Add 4 medium diced tomatoes and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring gently.
3

Stir in 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp ground coriander. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Using the back of a wooden spoon, gently mash the eggplant and tomatoes together until they reach a chunky, broken-down consistency.
5

Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and pinch black pepper.
6

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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What is Zaalouk?

A warm Moroccan eggplant and tomato salad mashed with garlic, spices, and olive oil, served as a dip or side dish. Silky, earthy, and full of bright flavor. This reference files it under Moroccan salad: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 40 minutes start to finish.

Is there a substitute for cilantro in Zaalouk?

The entry for Zaalouk calls for 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

How many calories are in Zaalouk?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 120 calories, with 2 g protein, 14 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 380 mg sodium.

How do I store and reheat Zaalouk?

Water seeps out of the tomatoes as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Zaalouk just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

Can I halve or double Zaalouk?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the eggplant drops from 1 large to 1 small; doubled, it is 2 large. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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