{"id":"recipe_c5b467bed9","slug":"zaalouk","title":"Zaalouk","description":"A smoky and savory Moroccan cooked salad made with roasted eggplants, tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic spices. Perfectly served as a dip with crusty bread or as a side dish.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":25},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 large eggplants","name":"Eggplant","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"large","group":"Vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"3 medium tomatoes, diced","name":"Tomato","quantity":3,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"piece","form":"diced","notes":"medium","group":"Vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"3 cloves of garlic, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":3,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"Vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1/4 cup olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"extra virgin preferred","group":"Pantry","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tsp paprika","name":"Paprika","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tsp cumin","name":"Cumin","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped","name":"Coriander","quantity":8,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"chopped","notes":"fresh","group":"Herbs","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped","name":"Chopped Parsley","quantity":8,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"chopped","notes":"fresh","group":"Herbs","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 tbsp lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"freshly squeezed","group":"Produce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"crystals","notes":"to taste","group":"Pantry","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Roast the eggplants. Either prick them and roast in a 400°F (204°C) oven for 30 minutes until soft, or char them directly over a gas flame for a smoky flavor. Once cooled, peel and mash the flesh with a fork.","group":"Preparation","title":"Roast the eggplants","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, and salt. Cook for about 10 minutes until the tomatoes soften and form a sauce.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the mashed eggplant to the skillet with the tomato mixture. Use a wooden spoon to mash everything together. Cook for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until any excess liquid has evaporated and the mixture is thick.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the mashed eggplant","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Stir in the fresh coriander, parsley, and lemon juice. Cook for 2 more minutes, then remove from heat. Serve warm or cold.","group":"Finishing","title":"Stir in the fresh coriander, parsley, and lemon juice","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For the best smoky flavor, char the eggplants over an open flame before peeling. It can be served warm or cold.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Moroccan"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["saute","roast"],"equipment":["large skillet","fork","wooden spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_carb","mediterranean"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"Yields approximately 3 cups"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Zaalouk actually tastes better the next day as flavors meld."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Can be eaten cold or gently reheated on the stovetop."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_c5b467bed9%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=df1dc0d9-8e2c-4f55-9c05-56d80b5a22ad","imageAlt":"Zaalouk — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["eggplant","dip","moroccan","vegan","healthy","roasted vegetables"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Zaalouk","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T22:22:16.023Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T22:22:16.023Z","related":[{"id":"boli_cb6fb8f7eb","slug":"boli-roasted-plantain","title":"Boli (Roasted Plantain)","description":"A beloved West African street food staple consisting of sweet, ripe plantains grilled until caramelized and smoky. 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