Another recipe that should not compete for looks, but gets high grades in the taste department… So easy to put together that it almost qualifies for my Incredibly Simple category. I used store-bought hummus. We like Sabra brand but any brand will likely work. Of course, you can make your own for added bliss.
EGGPLANT-HUMMUS PHYLLO ROLLS
(adapted from Messy Vegan Cook)
1 medium eggplant, cut vertically in 1/2 inch slices
1/3 cup olive oil
juice of 1/2 lemon
salt and pepper to taste
hummus (I used Sabra traditional)
6 sheets of phyllo dough (3 per roll)
olive oil spray
Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Brush that mixture on the eggplant slices and use a grill pan to lightly cook it, no more than a couple of minutes per side. You can use an outside grill, but don’t let the eggplant overcook and get mushy. Let the slices cool before proceeding with the recipe.
Lay one sheet of phyllo on the surface, spray olive oil lightly. Lay two more sheets on top, spraying olive oil each time. Lay two slices of eggplant overlapping (as shown in the picture after the recipe). Spread some hummus on top. Fold the phyllo over the eggplant, forming a long strip that totally encloses the eggplant. Gently roll. Place on a roasting pan and bake for 35 minutes at 375F.
Let it cool slightly before serving.
ENJOY!
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Comments: The main thing to keep in mind is that the eggplant will cook in the rolls for 35 minutes, so make sure not to overcook it in the first step, and do not cut it too thin. Phil wants to have a variation with eggplant and mushrooms together, so I will definitely try that soon, but I already leave the idea for you. I also think adding a couple of thin slices of roasted red bell pepper would be delicious.
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)0h-aah ! So easy to make and healthily cooked in the oven AND so different . . . . you know where the recipe has landed by now 🙂 !!! If I still remember how how to use phyllo and these work out shall do the next lot with Phl’s suggestions ! . . . big hugs . . .
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yes, definitely follow my husband… (well, didn’t that sound a bit odd?) 😉
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These look so good!
So the aubergine cooks thoroughly okay within the pastry?
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Yes, it does – because it starts from a light grilling –
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Great xx there’s little in life worse than undercooked aubergine!
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I like the idea of roasted peppers. This recipe is a keeper since I have a good friend who absolutely adores eggplant. Thank yoiu.
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