How to Roast Eggplant

The eggplant is not a vegetable. It is actually a berry. Here is a great recipe which will teach you how to roast this versatile food.

Things You'll Need

• 4 medium sized Japanese eggplant
• Olive oil
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Dried oregano
• Garlic
• Non-stick spray
• Baking sheet

Instructions

1. Turn your oven on to 425 degrees so it can begin to pre-heat.

2. Cut your eggplant lengthwise in strips that are 1/4 to 3/8 of an inch thick.

3. Spray your baking sheet with the non-stick spray and arrange your eggplant in a single layer on the baking sheet.

4. Peel and mince three medium cloves of garlic. Then toss in a side bowl.

5. Add oregano, salt and pepper into the bowl and mix the ingredients well. This will give you a dry rub.

6. Generously drizzle the eggplant on the baking sheet with olive oil.

7. Sprinkle the dry rub evenly over the eggplant.

8. Place in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until the white "meat" of the eggplant has begun to brown.

Resources

• This site has all sort of recipes, including fantastic eggplant ones.
• Crisco.com offers wonderful recipes.