Spiced Stuffed Eggplant

Ingredients: 
  • 2 medium eggplants, halved lengthwise
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or couscous
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp (IheAzu) spice blend
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions:
  1. Prepare Eggplant: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Scoop out some flesh from the eggplant halves to create a boat.
  2. Sauté: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add chopped tomatoes and (IheAzu) blend.
  3. Mix: Stir in cooked quinoa or couscous and season with salt.
  4. Stuff & Bake: Fill the eggplant halves with the mixture, place in a baking dish, and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  5. Finish: Garnish with fresh basil and serve.