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Algerian Eggplant Jam

Here's how you make Algerian Eggplant Jam
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  • Servings: 7
  • Prep: 10m
  • Cook: 20m
    • The following recipe serves 7 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 2 whole eggplant (about 13 oz each)
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Cut eggplant into 1/2 inch slices, sprinkle liberally with salt and let drain in a colander for 30 minutes.

  • Step 2: Rinse well, squeeze gently and pat dry.

  • Step 3: Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large frying pan and fry the slices in batches over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.

  • Step 4: Drain on paper towels, then chop finely. Put in a colander until most of the oil has drained off, then transfer to a bowl and add the paprika, cumin and sugar.

  • Step 5: Wipe out the frying pan then add the eggplant mixture and stir constantly over medium heat for 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the lemon juice and season.

  • Step 6: Serve at room temperature.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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