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Craig Claiborne
A savory and hearty dish that combines tender eggplant, spiced minced meat, and a flavorful tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner!
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Why You’ll Love This Dish
This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a rich and satisfying meal. The smoky roasted eggplant and spiced minced meat pair beautifully with the tangy tomato sauce. It’s easy, flavorful, and perfect for any night of the week!
Ingredients
For the Eggplant:
- 2 medium eggplants (sliced into rounds)
- Olive oil (for brushing)
For the Minced Meat Filling:
- 200 g (7 oz) minced meat
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons coriander (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
For the Sauce:
- 2 large tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper
- Parsley and coriander (for garnish)
- Optional: slices of hot pepper (for extra spice)
Instructions
1. Roast the Eggplant:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Brush both sides of the eggplant slices generously with olive oil.
- Arrange them on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
2. Prepare the Minced Meat Filling:
- In a bowl, combine the minced meat, chopped onion, parsley, coriander, salt, black pepper, red pepper, and cumin. Mix well until evenly seasoned.
3. Make the Tomato Sauce:
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, cumin, and red pepper. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Assemble the Dish:
- Place a small portion of the seasoned minced meat mixture on top of each roasted eggplant slice.
- Carefully nestle the topped eggplant slices into the simmering tomato sauce.
- Add slices of hot pepper on top for extra flavor and spice.
5. Cook:
- Cover the skillet and cook on low heat for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meat to cook through.
6. Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and coriander before serving. Pair with rice, flatbread, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: Approximately 250 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4
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