Baklazhannye Ruliki (odessa Eggplant Rolls)
Baklazhannye Ruliki, also known as Odessa Eggplant Rolls, are a traditional dish from Cossack cuisine. These delicious rolls are made with tender eggplant slices filled with a savory mixture of cheese and herbs, then rolled up and cooked to perfection. They make a great appetizer or side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplants, thinly sliced lengthwise
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the feta cheese, parsley, garlic, and black pepper.
- Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture at one end of each eggplant slice and roll it up.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the eggplant rolls seam side down in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and tender.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Protein
- 8g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Skillet Bowl
Tools
Chef's knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Baklazhannye Ruliki as an appetizer with a side of tzatziki sauce or a fresh green salad.
Tips & tricks
For a smoky flavor, you can grill the eggplant slices before filling and rolling them.
Cost
$10