Hot appetizer with eggplants

4 servings

30 minutes

Hot appetizer with eggplants is a vibrant embodiment of Georgian cuisine, where the simplicity of ingredients meets rich flavor. Eggplants baked with aromatic garlic, juicy tomatoes, and sweet onions gain softness and tenderness, while a layer of melted cheese adds a rich creamy note. This dish is perfect for warm family evenings or friendly gatherings. Its roots trace back to the traditions of Caucasian hospitality, where appetizers play an important role in festive feasts. It pairs excellently with fresh herbs and a glass of light wine, highlighting the flavor harmony of Georgian recipes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 26.1
• Proteins: 1g
• Fats: 0.1g
• Carbohydrates: 6g

Ingredients

• Eggplants: 3 g
• Tomatoes: 1 pc
• Garlic: 3 clove
• Mayonnaise: to taste
• Onion: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Cut the eggplants into slices no thicker than 1 cm, salt them, and lightly coat with mayonnaise.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 3 g
   • Mayonnaise:  to taste

2. Chop the garlic and sprinkle it over the eggplants.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 3 cloves

3. Sauté the onion, chopped not too finely. Dice the tomato and mix it with the onion in a 1:1 ratio.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Tomatoes: 1 piece

4. We spread the resulting mixture on the eggplants and generously sprinkle with grated cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 3 g

5. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes at a temperature of 180–200 degrees.