Moroccan Cuisine

Zaalouk

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Silky cooked-down aubergine and tomato spiced with cumin and garlic, costed to the penny. A smoky Moroccan dip or side that makes a cheap aubergine go a very long way.

Prep 10 mins
Cook 30 mins
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Per serving £1.04

Approx £4.17 total based on typical supermarket prices in GB. See yours

S by Steven Tobin · Published 6 Jul 2026
Zaalouk

The recipe

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cut the aubergine into small cubes and cook in a covered pan with the oil over a medium heat for 12-15 minutes, stirring, until completely soft.
  2. 2
    Add the crushed garlic, cumin and paprika and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. 3
    Stir in the chopped tomatoes and the salt, then simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes until thick and jammy.
  4. 4
    Mash the mixture lightly with the back of a spoon to a rough, spreadable texture.
  5. 5
    Stir through the chopped coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice, then serve warm or at room temperature with bread.

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About Steven Tobin

Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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