Delicate Eggplant and Bacon Rolls
Blooming with ‘Eggplant Flowers’! Experience unforgettable taste and elegance with our exquisite Eggplant and Bacon Rolls. The ultimate snack and drinking snack!
Behold the visually stunning and incredibly delicious Eggplant and Bacon Rolls. We’ve creatively hidden eggplant within the savory bacon, making it a perfect dish even for picky eaters. My husband raves that these are the best snacks to pair with drinks!
Main Ingredients
- 1 Eggplant
- 5-6 slices of Bacon
- A little cooking oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, briefly blanch the bacon in hot water to render some of its fat. If the bacon strips are too long, cut them in half for easier rolling.
Step 2
Wash the eggplant thoroughly. Then, use a mandoline slicer to cut it into thin, even slices. Aim for a thickness that allows it to roll nicely with the bacon; not too thin that it breaks, but thin enough to be pliable. If you don’t have a mandoline, slice it as thinly as possible with a knife.
Step 3
Lay a slice of bacon flat, then carefully place the thinly sliced eggplant over it. Overlapping two slices of eggplant on one bacon strip works well for both texture and appearance.
Step 4
Starting from one end, roll the bacon and eggplant together tightly, much like rolling sushi. Ensure the eggplant is slightly shorter than the bacon to help the end seal neatly and maintain the roll’s shape.
Step 5
Rolling them up like this will create beautiful, flower-like eggplant and bacon rolls.
Step 6
Heat a lightly oiled frying pan over low heat. Place the rolled eggplants seam-side down first. Gently turn the rolls, cooking them evenly on all sides until golden brown and slightly crispy. Low heat is crucial to prevent burning and ensure they cook through perfectly.
Step 7
As they cook, the bacon will become wonderfully crisp, and the eggplant will turn tender and delicious. They look incredibly appetizing!
Step 8
And there you have it – a super simple yet elegant snack, or the perfect accompaniment to your favorite beverage! No one will guess the eggplant hidden inside the savory bacon, making it an ideal way to introduce eggplant to children who might otherwise shy away from it. This dish highlights the harmony of flavors rather than the distinct taste of eggplant.
Step 9
You’ll be delighted to know that no extra seasoning or sauce is needed! The natural saltiness of the bacon provides just the right amount of flavor, making these rolls delicious enough to enjoy on their own. This inherent deliciousness is a key appeal of this recipe.
Step 10
These eggplant and bacon rolls pair wonderfully with a cold beer, making them an exceptional ‘anju’ (Korean drinking snack). Their attractive appearance also makes them perfect for entertaining guests, guaranteeing thumbs-up all around! The ingredients are simple, and the preparation is incredibly easy, yet the final presentation is sophisticated and impressive. If you’ve been meaning to incorporate more healthy purple eggplant into your diet, this recipe makes it effortless and endlessly enjoyable. Enjoy these cost-effective, delicious eggplant rolls as a satisfying side dish, a delightful snack, or the perfect drinking companion, and take care of your health!
