Thoroughly wash the eggplants and slice them into thin strips. Similarly, wash the tomatoes and slice them.
Pan-fry the eggplant slices on both sides.
1 lb Eggplant
Place the fried eggplant slices on paper towels to remove excess grease.
Mix cream cheese with crushed garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
1 cup Cream Cheese, 1 clove Garlic, 1 tablespoon Olive Oil, Salt, Black Pepper
Spread the cream on the eggplant slices and add one or two tomato slices.
4 small Tomatoes
Carefully roll up the slices, and repeat this process with all the eggplant slices.
Serve chilled as a delightful snack.
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Notes
Get creative with your filling! Consider adding sautéed spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted red peppers to the cream cheese mixture for an extra burst of flavor and color.
These rolls can be assembled a few hours in advance and refrigerated until you're ready to bake them. Perfect for dinner parties or busy weeknights.
Don't hesitate to experiment with your filling. Try different cheeses, herbs, or even a sprinkle of your favorite spice blend to make these rolls uniquely yours.
Be mindful of the salt you use, especially if you're salting the eggplant slices. Cream cheese can be quite salty, so taste your filling mixture before adding additional salt.
The final touch of fresh herbs not only adds flavor but also brightens up the dish. Feel free to experiment with different herbs like basil, parsley, or chives.