Grilled eggplant over rice with Black Garlic Sea Salt

This Grilled Eggplant over Rice with Florida Pure Black Garlic Sea Salt is a celebration of smoky, earthy flavor and simple coastal cooking. Each slice of eggplant is grilled to perfection, then paired with warm rice and finished with a touch of our mineral-rich sea salt infused with black garlic. The result is a satisfying, umami-rich dish that feels both comforting and elevated. Perfect as a vegetarian main or flavorful side, it highlights how pure, handcrafted salt can transform even the simplest ingredients into something extraordinary.

Ingredients:

For the marinade:

1 tbsp of fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp of chili flakes

1 tsp of black garlic sea salt

2 tbsp of oil

1 tbsp of rice vinegar

1 tbsp of honey

For the rest:

1 eggplant, cut into circles

Serve with:

Cooked basmati rice

Lime wedges

Fresh parsley

Why Black Garlic Sea Salt Works in This Grilled Eggplant

Black garlic sea salt works with grilled eggplant because eggplant loves deep, savory seasoning. The black garlic flavor reinforces the charred edges and balances honey, rice vinegar, chili flakes, and lime. It gives the marinade more depth without adding chopped garlic, which can burn quickly on the grill.

Instructions:

Mix the marinade ingredients and set aside

Grill the aubergine slices for 2 minutes on each side

Place into a bowl and pour over the marinade

Serve with cooked basmati rice

FAQ:

Q: Can I make grilled eggplant ahead?

A: Yes. Grill the eggplant ahead and refrigerate it, then serve warm or at room temperature over rice.

Q: How do I keep eggplant from getting soggy?

A: Slice it evenly, grill over high heat, and avoid overcrowding so moisture can cook off.