Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant (about 2 pounds)
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cups finely chopped onion
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped green bell pepper
  • 3 tablespoons pine nuts
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup matzo meal
  • Cooking spray
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Method

  • Preheat oven to 450°.
  • Pierce eggplant several times with a fork; place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 20 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; peel and chop. Place in a large bowl.
  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and nuts. Cook 6 minutes or until onion is tender. Add onion mixture, salt, black pepper, and eggs to eggplant; stir well to combine. Add matzo meal; toss gently to combine. Spoon mixture into an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 450° for 35 minutes or until pudding is thoroughly heated and golden brown.