Microwave aubergine pâté: a quick, light and healthy solution, with few ingredients, for those looking for taste and practicality in everyday life
A quick and practical version of the classic aubergine pâté, prepared in the microwave and seasoned with extra virgin olive oil and spices. Easy to prepare and perfect as an appetizer or snack
Recipe for 2 people.
Classic (no restrictions), Low carb, Gluten free, Gluten and lactose free, Lactose free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Preparation: 00:30
Intermission: 00:15
TOOLS
1 cutting board(s), 1 bowl(s), 1 strainer(s)
EQUIPMENT
blender or food processor + conventional
METERS
cup = 240 ml, spoon = 15 ml, teaspoon = 10 ml, teaspoon = 5 ml
Eggplant pâté ingredients:
– 1 unit of medium aubergines
– 1 large, whole clove of garlic
– 1/4 lemon (juice)
– 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
– salt to taste
Ingredients TO COMPLETE:
– extra virgin olive oil to taste
– parsley to taste, chopped
Ingredients Spices to taste (optional):
– cumin to taste (pinch) (optional)
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– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional) hey ez
– pepper to taste (optional) HEY
– 1 teaspoon zahtar (optional) HEY
PREPARATION:
- Wash the aubergines and pierce them with a fork in several places.
- Wash the garlic clove and keep it whole with the peel.
- Place the aubergines and the unpeeled garlic clove on the microwave plate and cook at high power for about 5 minutes or until the aubergines are soft. Note: Time may vary depending on the power of the equipment.
- Wash and squeeze the lemon(s) to extract the juice.
- Set aside the other ingredients and utensils for the recipe.
PREPARATION:
Eggplant pâté – prepare aubergines and garlic:
- After removing from the microwave, allow the aubergines and garlic cloves to cool for a few minutes.
- On a cutting board, cut the aubergines in half lengthwise and, using a spoon, remove all the pulp.
- Place the pulp in a colander over a bowl to drain excess liquid for about 5 minutes.
- Peel the garlic clove and chop it coarsely.
Preparation of the pâté:
- In a food processor or blender, place the aubergine pulp, chopped garlic clove, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice and salt.
- Add your favorite spices (cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, zahtar, etc.).
- Blend until a smooth paste forms.
- Adjust seasonings as needed.
FINALIZATION AND ASSEMBLY:
- Place the Eggplant pâté prepared in the microwave in a serving bowl.
- Finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and chopped parsley.
- Serve with toast or slices of bread as a snack or appetizer.
and y) This ingredient(s) may contain traces of gluten due to cross-contamination. Gluten does not cause any harm or discomfort to people who are not sensitive or allergic to lactose and can be consumed in moderation without any harm to health. Consumption by celiac patients, even in small quantities, can cause various reactions. We therefore always recommend reading the labels of this ingredient(s) and other ingredients that may not be marked very carefully and opting for brands that certify that the product does not contain GLUTEN. and z) This ingredient(s) may contain traces of lactose due to cross-contamination. Lactose is the sugar present in milk and its derivatives, it does not present any health risk if consumed in moderation by healthy people. People suffering from some kind of sensitivity, allergy or intolerance should be careful and pay attention to the presence in the composition of milk products, such as casein, albumin and milk powder. This is why we always recommend reading the labels of this ingredient(s) and all the others that may not be marked very carefully and opting for brands that certify that they are LACTOSE FREE.
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