Delicious Grilled Eggplant Recipe - A Flavorful Indian Dish

Grilled Eggplant — a indian recipe (main course) with 6 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

30

Total Time (min)

6

servings

122

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Grilled Eggplant Recipe - A Flavorful Indian Dish

Ingredients

Servings:
6
  • 2 medium eggplants (sliced into rounds)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1 tablespoon cumin powder (for flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare the Eggplants

    Slice the eggplants into rounds and sprinkle salt on both sides. Let them sit for 20 minutes to draw out moisture.

    This helps reduce bitterness.
  2. Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

    Ensure the grill grates are clean for better grilling.
  3. Brush with Oil

    Pat the eggplant slices dry, then brush both sides with olive oil. Sprinkle with black pepper and cumin powder.

    This enhances the flavor while grilling.
  4. Grill the Eggplants

    Place the eggplant slices on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until tender and grill marks appear.

    Avoid flipping too often to get nice grill marks.
  5. Garnish and Serve

    Remove from grill, garnish with fresh coriander leaves, and serve hot.

    Great served with rice or naan.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo, Mediterranean, DASH. Diet: Balanced, High-Fiber

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your indian meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Naan bread or basmati rice
🍽️Raita
🍽️Mango chutney

About This Dish

Delicious Grilled Eggplant Recipe - A Flavorful Indian Dish is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.

Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 6 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Salting the eggplant before grilling helps to draw out moisture, which prevents mushiness.

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Nutrition Facts

6 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories120kcal
Total Fat10gg
Sodium300mgmg
Total Carbohydrates8gg
Dietary Fiber4gg
Total Sugars3gg
Protein2gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineIndian