Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
1 cup

Couscous

cooked

0.5 cup

Roasted Tomato Pasta Sauce

2 tsp

Harissa Paste

1 unit

Japanese Eggplant

sliced

1 tsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2 tbsp

Feta Cheese

crumbled

2 tbsp

Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs

1 unit

Mint Leaves (Pudina)

chopped

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Heat a grill pan.

Step 2
~3 min

Drizzle oil on the eggplant slices.

Step 3
~3 min

Grill the eggplant slices until lightly browned on both sides. Avoid overcooking.

Step 4
~3 min

Remove eggplant from heat and set aside.

Step 5
~3 min

Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook couscous according to package instructions.

Step 7
~3 min

Grease a 7-inch baking dish.

Step 8
~3 min

Spread cooked couscous on the bottom of the dish.

Step 9
~3 min

Mix tomato sauce with harissa paste.

Step 10
~3 min

Spread the tomato-harissa mixture over the couscous layer and season with salt to taste.

Step 11
~3 min

Place the grilled eggplant slices on top of the sauce, covering it completely.

Step 12
~3 min

Sprinkle breadcrumbs and feta cheese over the eggplant.

Step 13
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the top is browned and the cheese is melted.

Step 14
~3 min

Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve immediately as a weeknight meal or for a potluck dinner.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the eggplant for a deeper flavor instead of grilling.

Add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers.

Use different types of cheese like parmesan or mozzarella.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The couscous and tomato sauce can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Accompany with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Crusty Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France/Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, Mediterranean diet

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Casual Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Potluck
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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