Recipe Aubergine, Pepper and Anchovy Filo Tian

[Morning Glory]

This is a little fiddly to make but not at all difficult. The filo strips stick nicely to the aubergine and peppers so there is no need for a mould. I served it as a starter. For a vegan version you could substitute sun dried tomatoes or capers for the anchovy.

Ingredients (makes 2 to 3 tians)
2 - 3 sheets filo pastry
1 aubergine
1 red pepper
1 yellow pepper
6 - 8 preserved anchovies
Olive oil

Method

1. Cut the aubergine lengthwise into slices. Fry gently in olive oil until softened. Set aside.
2. Cut the peppers in half from stem to tip. De-seed and flatten out each half as best you can.
3. Place the peppers, skin side up under the grill until the skin is charred and the peppers are cooked through.
4. Place in a plastic bag and allow to cool. Peel off the charred pepper skins and cut them into wide strips.
5. Heat the oven to 180 C.

For each tian:

1. Lay a wide strip of aubergine (cut lengthwise if necessary) on your work surface
2. Lay a few strips of anchovy on top. Place strips of pepper on top.
3. Repeat once more then carefully roll into a spiral shape
4. Cut the filo pastry into wide strips and brush each one with oil.
5. Stick the filo round the edges of the tian. It will adhere quite easily.
6. Place the tians on a non-stick baking tray. Bake for 25 mins or until golden.

 

[Herbie]

Pretty. Sounds lovely and good vegan option. I must add this to my to do list.