Baklazhannaya Ikra(Eggplant Caviar Odessa St

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BAKLAZHANNAYA IKRA (EGGPLANT CAVIAR ODESSA ST

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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Russian Appetizers
Vegetables Ethnic

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 lg Eggplant -- (1 1/2 To 1 3/4 Lb)
1 md Onion -- Finely Chopped
1 md Tomato -- Meaty, Peeled And
-Finely Chopped
2 lg Cloves Garlic -- Minced
1 tb Olive Oil
2 tb Red Wine Vinegar
Salt And Freshly Ground
-Black Pepper
Fresh Parsley -- Chopped For
-Garnish

Preheat the oven to 375 Degrees F. Pierce the
eggplant in several places with a knife and bake, on a
baking sheet, until soft, about 50 minutes, turing
midway through the baking time. Remove from the oven
and cool. Cut the eggplant, lengthwise, in half.
Scoop out the pulp and chop until very fine. In a
large bowl, combine the pulp with the onion, tomato,
garlic, oil, and vinegar. Blend thoroughly and season
with the slat and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for
several hours. Place in a serving dish and garnish
with the parsley. Serve with pita triangles or
cocktail rye bread.



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