Grilled Eggplant, Prosciutto and Mozzarella Roulades
- 12 slices of eggplant (about 1/4-inch thick)
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 12 slices of prosciutto ham
- 12 slices of fresh Mozzarella, about 1/8-inch thick
- 1 small head of radicchio lettuce
- Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup Balsamic Syrup, recipe follows
- 3 cups balsamic vinegar
- Preheat the grill.
- Season both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the eggplant for 2 minutes on each side.
- Lay a piece of prosciutto on one piece of grilled eggplant.
- Lay a slice of cheese on top of the prosciutto.
- Carefully roll up the eggplant and secure the roll with two toothpicks.
- Repeat the above process with the remaining grilled eggplant.
- Cut the radicchio in quarters.
- Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Grill for 1 minute on each side.
- Remove from the grill and cut away the core of the lettuce.
- Using a sharp knife, shred the radicchio.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the radicchio with extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Set aside.
- Place the eggplant roulades on the grill and cook until the cheese starts to melt.
- Remove from the grill.
- Place the radicchio on a large platter.
- Arrange the roulades on the platter.
- Drizzle the entire platter with the Balsamic Syrup.
- In a medium-saucepan, over medium heat, add the balsamic vinegar.
- Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer until the liquid reduces by 3/4, about 30 minutes or until syrup-like consistency.
- Remove from the heat and cool completely.
- Yield: about 1/4 cup
eggplant, drizzle of olive oil, salt, freshly ground black pepper, ham, mozzarella, head of radicchio lettuce, drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic syrup, balsamic vinegar
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/grilled-eggplant-prosciutto-and-mozzarella-roulades-recipe.html (may not work)