Eggplant Steaks
Eggplant “steaks” are a delicious and innovative alternative to traditional meat dishes. Grilled to perfection, these tender, smoky slices of eggplant are seasoned with garlic and fresh herbs, offering an explosion of flavor that will impress both vegetarians and meat lovers alike. Perfect for summer barbecues or intimate family dinners, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees restaurant-quality results at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant (about 1 pound)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Slice the eggplant into ¾-inch thick steaks.
- Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the eggplant slices. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C).
- Grill eggplant steaks for about 5-7 minutes per side until charred and tender.
- In the last minute of grilling, sprinkle with fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Remove from grill, let rest briefly, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (100g)
- Calories: 87
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 296mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: To enhance flavors, marinate the eggplant in balsamic vinegar or add smoked paprika before grilling. Serve with your favorite sauce or enjoy them plain as a healthy side dish.