Three recipes from around the world with local aubergines

Aubergines are one of my favourite vegetables. Available locally all year round, these veggies are extremely versatile. They are used in a number of cuisines around the world and take on flavour from whatever they are cooked with. Their meaty texture makes them a great substitute for meat if you are avoiding meat products for any reason.

Egg noodles with miso aubergines

Ready in 20 minutes, these noodles with miso aubergines are the perfect comfort food when you’re in a hurry. Use buckwheat soba noodles to make this a vegan option, whilst also checking that your miso paste is vegan friendly.

Get the recipe for egg noodles with miso aubergines here.

Za’atar aubergines with puy lentils and tahini dressing

This is a really easy dish to prepare making it a great mid-week meal. Completely vegetarian (vegan if you leave out the Greek yoghurt in the dressing), this is great for meat-free Mondays or any day of the week you feel like going lighter.

Get the recipe for za’atar aubergines with puy lentils and tahini dressing here.

Paccheri alla Norma

There is nothing quite as good as a classic. This tomato sauce is enhanced with fried aubergines to create this Sicilian classic and topped with ricotta salata.

Get the recipe for paccheri alla Norma here.