"All-star braised eggplant recipe, prepared Greek style! Eggplants cooked to velvety tender perfection with chickpeas and tomato. A perfectly satisfying meatless dinner or side dish. Low-Fat. Vegan. Gluten Free...."
INGREDIENTS
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1.5 lb eggplant, cut into cubes
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Salt
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Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil
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1 large yellow onion, chopped
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1 green bell pepper, stem and innards removed, diced
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1 carrot, chopped
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6 large garlic cloves, minced
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2 dry bay leaves
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1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp organic ground coriander
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1 tsp dry oregano
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3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp organic ground turmeric
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 28-oz can chopped tomato
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2 15-oz cans chickpeas, reserve the canning liquid
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Fresh herbs such as parsley and mint for garnish