Moroccan Zaalouk: Eggplant & Tomato

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Zaalouk is a traditional Moroccan salad made of roasted or sautéed eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, and spices. Served room temperature or warm, it’s excellent as a starter, appetizer, or side dish served with Moroccan bread.

• Ingredients :
• 2 medium eggplants, peeled and diced
• 3 ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley or cilantro
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
• Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
• Add diced eggplants and cook for 10–15 minutes until soft.
• Stir in tomatoes, paprika, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
• Mash slightly with a fork or spoon to create a creamy texture.
• Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley or cilantro.
• Serve warm or at room temperature with Moroccan bread.

🍋Tips / Notes

💡 Zaalouk can be made ahead of time — flavors intensify when chilled. Add a drizzle of olive oil before serving for extra richness.