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Aubergine Rolls: A Deliciously Summery Sicilian Treat
Learn how to whip up these irresistible aubergine rolls – a versatile and flavoursome dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 2 large aubergines
- ✓ breadcrumbs
- ✓ aged Sicilian Pecorino cheese, grated
- ✓ basil
- ✓ 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- ✓ a handful of chopped capers
- ✓ 1 small onion
- ✓ 3 peeled tomatoes, roughly chopped
- ✓ salt
- ✓ extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ sunflower oil for frying
📊 Nutritional Information
Aubergine rolls are a beloved staple of Sicilian cooking, truly bringing out the unique character of this summer vegetable. Packed with vitamins and minerals, aubergines are sliced and fried before being filled with a tasty mix of breadcrumbs, Pecorino cheese, and capers. Perfect enjoyed on warm summer evenings, these rolls work beautifully as a main course at a dinner with friends or served chilled as a starter at a family lunch. Follow Sebastiano Caruso’s recipe and let their delightful flavour win you over.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Slice the aubergines, sprinkle with salt, and leave them to rest for 30 minutes to draw out any bitterness.
- 2
Rinse and pat the aubergine slices dry, then shallow fry them in plenty of sunflower oil. Drain any excess oil using kitchen paper.
- 3
Mix breadcrumbs, chopped garlic, grated Pecorino, and capers together. Place a spoonful of this mixture on each aubergine slice and roll up, securing with a cocktail stick.
- 4
Finely slice the onion and sauté it gently in a little extra virgin olive oil in an ovenproof dish. Add the chopped tomatoes, chopped basil, and a pinch of salt.
- 5
Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes, then nestle in the aubergine rolls and bake in a hot oven for about 15 minutes.
- 6
Serve the rolls warm as a main or chilled as an appetiser.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a lighter twist, try grilling the aubergines instead of frying them. You can also add a spoonful of ricotta to the filling for an extra creamy touch.
📦 Storage
- • Keep chilled in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- • Cooked rolls can be frozen for up to a month.
- • Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes before serving.
🍷 Pairing
Pair these aubergine rolls with a Sicilian white like Grillo – fresh, aromatic, and ideal for highlighting the dish’s Mediterranean flavours.
Why not give these delicious aubergine rolls a go at home? They’re the kind of dish that not only celebrates the gorgeous bounty of summer but also brings a bit of Sicilian sunshine to your table. Whether shared with family or friends, they’re sure to spark smiles and second helpings. Do pop your own spin on the recipe and let us know how you get on – happy cooking!
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