"Eggplants, or aubergines, are like sponges for flavor. They have an amazing ability to absorb and carry the flavors of the ingredients they're cooked with."
Yotam Ottolenghi
Roasted aubergines with feta, Figs Almond Honey Jam and mint
Ingredients
2 large aubergines
4 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper by tastek
4 tbsp Callas Confiture Figs Almond Honey
100g crumbled feta cheese
1 handful finely chopped mint
Toasted almond flakes
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 200°C
Cut the aubergines in half and make a diamond pattern on the cut edges.
Brush the aubergines with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place them cut-side up on a baking tray lined with baking paper..
Roast the aubergines in the oven for 30-35 minutes, until soft and golden brown.
Let the aubergines cool slightly and cut into chunks.
Divide the roasted aubergine pieces over a serving dish and spoon the fig jam on top.
Crumble feta over the dish, garnish with fresh mint and add toasted almond flakes for extra crunch, if desired.
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