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Karniyarik

Karniyarik
Turkey
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggplants
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or lamb
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 green bell peppers, sliced (for garnish)
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Eggplants

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cut a slit lengthwise in each eggplant, being careful not to cut all the way through.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Fry the eggplants on all sides until they are golden brown and softened. Remove and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

Prepare the Filling

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Add the ground beef or lamb and cook until browned.

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened.

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Stuff the Eggplants

Carefully open the slit in each eggplant and stuff them with the meat mixture.

Place the stuffed eggplants in a baking dish.

Garnish and Bake

Place a slice of green bell pepper and a slice of tomato on top of each stuffed eggplant.

Pour 1 cup of water into the baking dish around the eggplants.

Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the eggplants are tender and the flavors have melded.

Serve

Enjoy your meal!