Armenian Eggplant and Walnut Rolls

Name: Armenian Eggplant and Walnut Rolls
Prep time: PT30 minutes
Cook time: PT20 minutes
Total time: PT50 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Armenia
Ingredients: 2 medium Eggplants (about 1.5 lbs total, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips); 4 tbsp Olive oil (for frying or brushing); 1 cup Walnuts (finely chopped or ground); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 0.25 cup Fresh dill (finely chopped); 1 tbsp Lemon juice; 1 tsp Salt (plus more for salting eggplant); 0.5 tsp Black pepper; 0.5 cup Pomegranate seeds (for garnish)

Tender ribbons of fried or baked eggplant are rolled around a creamy, savory filling of walnuts, garlic, and herbs, often brightened with pomegranate seeds. These make for an elegant appetizer or a light main course.

준비 시간30 minutes

조리 시간20 minutes

총 시간50 minutes

1회 제공량4

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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Armenian Eggplant and Walnut Rolls - Armenia traditional dish

🧂 재료

2 medium Eggplants(about 1.5 lbs total, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips)
4 tbsp Olive oil(for frying or brushing)
1 cup Walnuts(finely chopped or ground)
2 cloves Garlic(minced)
0.25 cup Fresh dill(finely chopped)
1 tbsp Lemon juice
1 tsp Salt(plus more for salting eggplant)
0.5 tsp Black pepper
0.5 cup Pomegranate seeds(for garnish)

👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking the eggplant. If frying, heat about 1/2 inch of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
💡 전문가 팁: Alternatively, eggplant can be grilled.
2
Brush eggplant slices with olive oil (if baking) and season lightly with salt. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until softened and lightly browned. If frying, fry eggplant slices in batches until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
3
While eggplant cools, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well.
4
Lay an eggplant slice flat. Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the walnut mixture onto one end of the slice. Roll up the eggplant tightly.
5
Arrange the rolled eggplants on a serving platter, cut-side down. Garnish generously with pomegranate seeds and a sprig of fresh dill.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a creamier filling, you can add 1/4 cup of ricotta cheese, sour cream, or Greek yogurt to the walnut mixture.
✓These rolls can be made ahead of time and are best served at room temperature.
✓Ensure eggplant slices are not too thick, or they will be difficult to roll.

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이 레시피를 나만의 스타일로 바꾸는 영감

Add a pinch of curry powder or cinnamon to the walnut filling for a different flavor profile.
Use toasted walnuts for a deeper flavor.
Substitute cilantro or parsley for dill.