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title: "Aubergine tacos"
url: "https://books.sizzlingrocks.com/2/prerelease/26/aubergine-tacos"
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# Aubergine tacos

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There’s a reason why this recipe takes the top spot in the book. The umami flavours of harissa, anchovies, and rosemary blend together in these tacos like a touch of magic. It’s a dish that never fails to impress and is easily my favourite. But for me, these tacos aren’t just about the taste - they’re about the experience. I love spending my evenings with my favourite people, making the tacos from scratch with the presser. It’s a process that brings as much joy as the flavours themselves.

Servings **8 tacos** Prep time **30 mins** Cooking time **20 mins**

## Ingredients 

- 2 large aubergines
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 white onion (optional)
- 250 g Greek yogurt
- 1 tbs harissa paste
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 garlic cloves
- 8 anchovies
- 8 small-to-medium corn tacos (I highly recommend making your own tacos using masa harina and a [tortilla presser](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Z2sbpsbfL.jpg))
- 16 cherry tomatoes
- Lamb's lettuce
- 2 tsp sumac
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil

 

## Directions

1. Cut the aubergines in half lengthways, score the flesh, and soak in a bowl of water for 15 minutes.
2. Preheat the oven (fan) to 200°C (400°F).
3. Pat the aubergines dry, then fill the scored crosses with rosemary leaves, sliced garlic, and small pieces of anchovies.
4. Drizzle with olive oil and bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes, skin side down.
5. While the aubergines are baking, prepare the fillings.
6. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the avocado, onion, and any remaining anchovies. Sprinkle sumac and freshly cracked pepper over the onion. Mix the yogurt with the harissa paste.
7. Once the aubergines are done, let them cool for 20 minutes before removing the flesh.
8. Heat the tacos in the oven for 2 minutes, then fill them with the aubergine, harissa yogurt, and the rest of the fillings!