1/2 large or 1 small eggplant
1 tbsp smoky paprika
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 package @jacksgourmet fake bacon .
Slice eggplant and salt (I skipped this step but I think it would be even better like this). Let sit for 10 minutes and wipe down eggplant. Cube eggplant into small pieces. .
Mix together smoky paprika, oil, garlic and maple syrup. Coat eggplant.
Sauté eggplant and fake bacon together on medium/high heat until eggplant is nicely browned on all sides. .
Serve as is or with humus or over salad with dressing below. .
Dressing
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp Dijon
Salt and pepper
Erin Eats 