Catalan-style Grilled Eggplant Rolls (Rollets d'Albergínia a la Brasa Estil Català)

Rollets d'Albergínia a la Brasa Estil Català, or Catalan-style Grilled Eggplant Rolls, are a delicious and healthy dish from Andorran cuisine. This recipe features smoky grilled eggplant slices filled with a flavorful mixture of ingredients, making it a perfect appetizer or side dish.

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Catalan-style Grilled Eggplant Rolls (Rollets d'Albergínia a la Brasa Estil Català)

Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant, sliced lengthwise
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the eggplant slices for 2-3 minutes per side, until tender and lightly charred. Remove from the grill and let cool.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
  5. Place a spoonful of the feta mixture at one end of each grilled eggplant slice, then roll it up tightly.
  6. Secure the rolls with toothpicks and place them back on the grill for 1-2 minutes to warm through.
  7. Remove the toothpicks before serving. Enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
3g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl

Tools

Toothpicks

Serving suggestions

Serve the Rollets d'Albergínia a la Brasa Estil Català as a starter for a Mediterranean-inspired meal, or as a side dish with grilled meats and seafood.

Tips & tricks

For a smokier flavor, you can grill the eggplant slices over charcoal instead of a gas grill.

Cost

$8