Algerian Eggplant Jam (Savory)

Name: Algerian Eggplant Jam (Savory)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 eggplants, about 13 oz each; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, ground; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Submitted by Jostlori

"I haven't made this, but the ingredients sound fantastic. Serve with warm, crusty bread. Prep time does not include salting time of 30 minutes."

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Ready In:: 30mins
Ingredients:: 6
Serves:: 6-8

ingredients

2 eggplants, about 13 oz each
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 ¹⁄₂ teaspoons cumin, ground
¹⁄₂ teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

directions

Cut eggplant into 1/2 inch slices, sprinkle liberally with salt and let drain in a colander for 30 minutes.
Rinse well, squeeze gently and pat dry.
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.
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.
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.
Serve at room temperature.