Vegan ‘Fish’ Kebabs (Cauliflower and Artichoke) with Lemony Eggplant

Ingredients

Eggplant Condiment

• 2 eggplants
• 2 tablespoons yogurt, coconut yogurt, or tahini
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/2 small chili pepper
• 1/4 cup parsley, loosely packed
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/8 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/8 teaspoon cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon sweet paprika
• salt & pepper to taste

‘Fish’ Kebabs

• 1 cup cauliflower rice
• 1 cup artichoke hearts
• 1/3 cup almond flour
• 1 flax egg or regular egg
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1/4 cup dill, finely chopped
• 2 spring onions, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, or lemon pickle brine
• 1 scant teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon kelp powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Eggplant Condiment:

1. Preheat oven to 230°C. Cut the eggplants in half lengthways and score with a knife. Rub with a little bit of olive oil and place face down on a parchment-lined oven tray. Roast for about an hour. 
2. When finished, remove from the oven and once slightly cooled, spoon out the eggplant into a colander. Make sure to get all the brown bits as they’ll provide us with that lovely roasted flavor. Let it drain while continuing with the rest.
3. Add the remaining ingredients to a bowl. Once the eggplant has released most of its moisture, roughly chop it and add it to the bowl. Mix together well and season to taste.

‘Fish’ Kebabs:

1. Put all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Form into small patties, I made 10.
2. Heat a large frying pan with a thin layer of olive oil. Once hot, add the kebabs and fry on four sides until nicely browned.
3. Serve the kebabs alongside the Eggplant Condiment and a simple green salad, roasted potatoes, or couscous!