Eggplant

I'd be happy to provide you with an easy BBQ recipe for eggplant as a side dish. Here's a simple and delicious recipe:

Estimated preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Total time: 20-25 minutes

Kitchen tools needed:
1. BBQ grill or stovetop griddle pan
2. Brush or tongs for flipping the eggplant slices
3. Knife and cutting board
4. Mixing bowl

Ingredients:
- 2 medium-sized eggplants
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme, oregano, or basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Preheat your BBQ grill or stovetop griddle pan to medium-high heat.
2. Rinse the eggplants and cut off the tops. Slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
4. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
5. Place the eggplant slices on the preheated grill or griddle pan, and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until nicely charred and tender.
6. Once cooked, remove the eggplant slices from the grill and transfer to a serving plate.
7. Optionally, you can drizzle some extra marinade over the grilled eggplant slices for added flavor.
8. Serve the BBQ eggplant as a side dish alongside your favorite main course and enjoy!

I hope you enjoy this easy BBQ eggplant recipe! Let me know if you have any further questions.