Indulge your taste buds in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this exquisite Aubergine Delight. Bursting with rich and savory goodness, this dish elevates the humble aubergine to a culinary masterpiece.
Oturtma - Mediterranean Aubergine dish
Recipe:
The eggplants must be halved or cut into three slices, depending on their thickness.
Then place the slices next to each other in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Bake in the oven at 190°C for approx. 35 minutes until soft.
Meanwhile, prepare the mixture as following:
2 tomatoes chopped into small pieces
1-2 garlic cloves pressed
1 hand full parsley
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon chili paste (available in Turkish supermarkets)
Olive oil
Mix all ingredients well.
Spread the mixture over the eggplant slices. Finally, optionally add a little cheese and then bake for a further 15 minutes at 180°C. For a portion of protein, you can add cooked brown lentils to the mixture.
This dish goes well with rice, potatoes, couscous, quinoa or amaranth.
Why to include eggplants in your diet?
🍆 a good source of essential nutrients, including vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6, and folate.
🍆 provide minerals like potassium, manganese, and magnesium.
🍆 a rich source of dietary fiber, which promotes digestive health
🍆 contain various antioxidants, such as nasunin, which helps protect the body's cells from oxidative stress.
🍆 low in calories and high in fiber, making them a great addition to a weight-conscious diet.
Do you already know this dish or have you tried it or cooked it yourself? What other Mediterranean dishes do you know? Feel free to leave a comment.
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