Nailing the texture and flavor of eggplant can be tough, but these helpful tips and recipes will make it a staple in your dinner rotation.

And when aiming for a smoky harissa eggplant dip, paprika definitely enhances this food. We also recommend using the eggplant puree as a base for hearty stir-fries or as a bruschetta spread.

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Below are recipes for the Hanukkah-Fried Ravioli and, from my 52 Shabbats: Friday Night Dinners Inspired by a Global Jewish Kitchen cookbook, Charred Eggplant Dip, both with make-ahead directions.

Add flour to one bowl, eggs to another and panko to the third. Pat the eggplant slices dry. Dip each in the flour, and then the beaten eggs and finally the panko, really packing on the bread ...