Spiced Eggplant-Stuffed Tomatoes
Elevate your dining experience with these vibrant Spiced Eggplant-Stuffed Tomatoes, featuring a delightful medley of tender eggplant, aromatic spices, and fresh onion. This dish is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making it the perfect accompaniment to a savory pot roast or a crisp romaine salad. The aromatic curry powder combined with fresh herbs like oregano and thyme creates a unique taste that pairs beautifully with the sweet, juicy tomatoes. Topped with a crunchy layer of buttered breadcrumbs, these stuffed tomatoes are sure to impress at your next family gathering or special occasion.
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Servings
29
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
ripe tomatoes
8 (hollowed and set aside)
large onion
1 (cut into thin rings)
butter
2 tablespoons (for sautéing onions)
medium eggplant
1 (peeled and diced into 1/4 inch cubes)
curry powder
4 teaspoons (for seasoning)
salt
1 1/2 teaspoons (for seasoning)
oregano
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
thyme
1 pinch (for seasoning)
buttered fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup (for topping)
fresh ground black pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Prepare the tomatoes: Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato and carefully scoop out the insides, leaving about 1/4 inch of tomato shell intact. Set the hollowed tomatoes aside.
3
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion rings and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
4
Stir in the scooped tomato pulp into the skillet and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
5
Peel the eggplant and dice it into 1/4-inch cubes. Add the diced eggplant to the mixture in the skillet and stir well.
6
Season the mixture with salt, oregano, curry powder, thyme, and fresh ground black pepper. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning as desired.
7
Continue cooking, stirring gently, until the eggplant is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes.
8
Prepare the tomato cups: Sprinkle a little salt inside each hollowed tomato.
9
Carefully fill each tomato with the hot eggplant mixture, packing it gently but firmly.
10
Arrange the stuffed tomatoes in a baking pan or casserole dish. Top each filled tomato generously with the buttered breadcrumbs.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
Nutrition Information
1.25g
Fat
3.75g
Carbs
0.75g
Protein
0.875g
Fiber
0.75g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main ingredients in Spiced Eggplant-Stuffed Tomatoes?
The main ingredients include 8 ripe tomatoes, 1 large onion, 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 medium eggplant, curry powder, salt, oregano, thyme, fresh ground black pepper, and buttered fresh breadcrumbs.
How many calories are in a serving of this dish?
Each serving contains approximately 29 calories.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this is a vegetarian dish as it primarily uses vegetables, butter, and breadcrumbs.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How do I prepare the tomatoes for stuffing?
Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato and carefully scoop out the insides, leaving about a 1/4 inch shell intact.
What should I do with the scooped-out tomato pulp?
The pulp is simmered in a skillet with sautéed onions for 5-7 minutes until softened and then mixed with the eggplant.
How should the eggplant be prepared?
The eggplant should be peeled and diced into 1/4-inch cubes.
What spices are used to season the filling?
The filling is seasoned with curry powder, salt, oregano, thyme, and fresh ground black pepper.
How long do the tomatoes need to bake?
They should bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the tomatoes are tender and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is approximately 1.25g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 3.75g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is provided in one serving?
Each serving provides about 0.75g of protein.
Is there fiber in this dish?
Yes, there is approximately 0.875g of fiber per serving.
How much sugar is in the stuffed tomatoes?
There is about 0.75g of sugar per serving.
What type of breadcrumbs are recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of buttered fresh breadcrumbs.
How should the onion be cut?
The onion should be cut into thin rings.
How long should I sauté the onions?
Sauté the onion rings in butter for 4-5 minutes until they are translucent and fragrant.
Do I need to salt the inside of the tomatoes?
Yes, the instructions suggest sprinkling a little salt inside each hollowed tomato cup before filling.
How long does the eggplant mixture cook in the skillet?
After adding the eggplant and seasonings, cook for about 10 minutes until the eggplant is tender and the sauce has thickened.
What can I serve with these stuffed tomatoes?
They are an excellent accompaniment to a savory pot roast or a crisp romaine salad.
What gives this dish its unique aroma?
The combination of curry powder, fresh oregano, and thyme provides a unique and aromatic flavor profile.
How many tomatoes does this recipe make?
The recipe is designed for 8 ripe tomatoes.
Is the eggplant peeled?
Yes, the instructions specify to peel the eggplant before dicing.
What is the texture of the final dish?
The dish features tender tomatoes and eggplant with a crunchy, golden-brown breadcrumb topping.
How much butter is used for the onions?
2 tablespoons of butter are used for sautéing the onion rings.
Is there a specific amount of curry powder to use?
The recipe calls for 4 teaspoons of curry powder.
Can I adjust the seasoning?
Yes, the instructions recommend tasting the mixture and adjusting the seasoning as desired before stuffing the tomatoes.
What kind of pepper should be used?
The recipe specifically mentions fresh ground black pepper to taste.
How firm should the stuffing be packed?
Fill each tomato with the mixture, packing it gently but firmly.
What is the primary category of this dish?
It is categorized as a side dish, specifically a vegetable-based baked dish.