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Roasted Eggplant & Harissa Yoghurt

with Smoky Almonds and Crispy Chickpeas (Vegetarian)

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Serves
2
Preparation
15 mins
Cooking
35 mins

This dish plays with texture and spice. Soft roasted eggplant pairs with the Jaraman Grenache’s medium body, while
crispy chickpeas and smoky almonds add crunch. The harissa yoghurt introduces warmth that complements the
wine’s spice and subtle earthiness. A fresh herb and pomegranate salad lifts the dish. Recipe by Tammi Kwok.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 large eggplant, halved lengthwise
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 50 g smoked almonds, roughly
    chopped, to serve
  • 2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley, roughly
    chopped, to serve
  • Crispy Chickpeas
  • 400 g canned chickpeas, drained & rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Harissa Yoghurt
  • ¼ cup Greek-style yoghurt
  • 1 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Pomegranate and Herb Salad
  • ¼ cup pomegranate arils
  • ¼ small bunch flat-leaf parsley, leaves
    picked, roughly chopped
  • ¼ small bunch mint, leaves picked,
    roughly chopped
  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

METHOD

1Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line two baking trays with baking paper. Score the flesh of the eggplant in a crosshatch pattern, then drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with paprika, salt and black pepper, then place cut-side down on one baking tray. Roast for 30-35 minutes, or until soft and caramelised.

2Combine the drained chickpeas on the second prepared tray with the olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika and salt. Toss well to combine, then spread out on the tray and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy.

3Combine the ingredients for the harissa yoghurt in a small bowl. Set aside until needed. To make the pomegranate salad, combine the ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and toss lightly to combine. Season to taste with salt.

4Serve the roasted eggplant halves topped with crispy chickpeas, drizzled with harissa yoghurt, and sprinkled with smoked almonds and parsley. Serve with the pomegranate salad on the side.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

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Perfect pairing:

Taylors Wines
Jaraman Grenache

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