Eggplant Tacos
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the diced eggplant with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread the eggplant on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and slightly crispy.
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Fill each tortilla with roasted eggplant, shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Eggplant and Chocolate Cake
This unique recipe incorporates eggplant into a moist and rich chocolate cake, adding a surprising twist to a classic dessert.
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant, peeled and grated
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions:
- Prepare the Eggplant:
- Peel and grate the eggplant. Set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, beat the sugar and oil until well combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine and Bake:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Fold in the grated eggplant.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Incorporating eggplant into your diet can provide nutritional benefits and support overall health.
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