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Sesame and Chili Grilled Eggplant with Spices and Herbs

Name: Sesame and Chili Grilled Eggplant with Spices and Herbs
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Xinjiang Chinese
Ingredients: 2 eggplants, sliced; 2 tbsp oil; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp chopped parsley; 1 tbsp chopped dill; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes

Adds nutty sesame and a touch of heat with chili flakes.

22 minutes2 servings

Method

Insert_before 0: Toss eggplant slices with sesame seeds and chili flakes along with the other seasonings.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Toss eggplant slices with oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until tender and slightly charred.
Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with parsley and dill.
Serve warm as a side dish.

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