Spinach and Eggplant Antiguan Chop-Up

Spinach and Eggplant Antiguan Chop-Up Recipe

Discover a delightful take on a classic Caribbean staple with this Spinach and Eggplant Antiguan Chop-Up. Brimming with tender eggplant and vibrant spinach melded with a medley of aromatic seasonings, this dish radiates warmth and flavor, offering a satisfying meal either as a standalone dish or paired alongside succulent fish or meat.

Ingredients

🍆 3 medium-sized purple/white striped eggplants
🌿 300g Spinach, frozen chopped or fresh leaves
💧 1 liter Water
🧂 1 teaspoon Salt
🫒 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
🧄 1 tablespoon Garlic Butter
🧅 1 medium onion, diced
🌶️ 1 red bell pepper, diced
🫑 1 green bell pepper, diced
🌶️ 2 seasoning peppers, diced
🧄 3 cloves Garlic, crushed
🍃 2 stalks Celery, chopped
🌿 1 teaspoon Thyme, chopped
🌿 1 sprig Cilantro
🌿 1 sprig Basil
🌿 1 sprig Oregano
🌿 1 sprig Parsley
🌶️ 1 teaspoon Black pepper
🌶️ 1 teaspoon Curry powder
✨ 1 teaspoon Turmeric
🌿 2 tablespoons Homemade green seasoning blend

Instructions

1- Prepare the Eggplants:

• Rinse and peel the eggplants. Slice them into manageable pieces.
• Place the eggplant slices in a pot, cover with water, add a little oil and salt, and bring to a boil.
• Cook until the eggplants are soft, about 10-15 minutes, then strain the water.
• In a bowl, crush the cooked eggplant using a fork or immersion blender until smooth. Set aside.

2- Prepare the Spinach:

• In a separate pot, boil or steam the spinach with a dash of salt until cooked, about 3-5 minutes.
• Strain and set aside.

3- Sauté the Seasonings:

• Heat olive oil or a mix of olive oil and garlic butter in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add diced onion, bell peppers, seasoning peppers, garlic, celery, thyme, and a blend of cilantro, basil, oregano, parsley, black pepper, curry powder, turmeric, and green seasoning blend.
• Sauté until the vegetables are tender and aromatic, about 5-10 minutes.

4- Combine and Cook:

Method 1 - Sauté Seasonings First:

• Add raw chopped spinach to the sautéed seasonings in the skillet. Stir to combine and cook until spinach wilts.
• Blend the crushed eggplant into the mixture, stirring thoroughly before serving.

Method 2 - Combine Eggplant & Spinach First:

• Mix boiled spinach with crushed eggplant in a bowl, adjusting spinach quantity as needed.
• Add this mixture to the sautéed seasonings in the skillet, stirring thoroughly before serving.

Prep Time: 20-30 minutes
Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
Total Time: 40-60 minutes
Servings: 4
Equipment: Cutting board, Peeler, Pot for boiling, Strainer, Fork or immersion blender, Skillet or pan, Wooden spoon or spatula, Mixing bowls

Cooking Tips:

• Coat your hands with a little oil before peeling the eggplant to prevent staining.
• Eggplant can be boiled with or without the skin, depending on preference.
• Customizing seasonings allows for personal flavor adjustments.

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Spinach and Eggplant Antiguan Chop-Up

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