{"id":1287,"date":"2024-11-27T13:41:15","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T13:41:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dejunair.com\/?p=1287"},"modified":"2024-11-27T13:41:16","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T13:41:16","slug":"baked-eggplant-with-savory-meat-filling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dejunair.com\/?p=1287","title":{"rendered":"Baked Eggplant with Savory Meat Filling"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><ul><li>2 eggplants<\/li><li>Olive oil<\/li><li>Salt and pepper<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Sweet paprika<\/li><li>Oregano<\/li><li>1 onion, chopped<\/li><\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 bell peppers, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves of garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>0.7 lb (320 g) of minced meat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cumin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ginger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coriander<ul><li><ul><li>Chopped parsley<\/li><li>8.8 oz (250 g) of tomato puree<\/li><li>2\/3 cup (160 ml) of water<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>5.3 oz (150 g) of mozzarella, shredded<\/li><li>Parmesan, grated<\/li><\/ul>Directions<strong>1. Preheat the Oven:<\/strong><ul><li>Preheat your oven to 356\u00b0F (180\u00b0C).<\/li><\/ul><strong>2. Prepare the Eggplants:<\/strong><ul><li><ul><li>Slice eggplants lengthwise about 0.4 inches thick. Set aside.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil with salt, garlic powder, pepper, sweet paprika, and oregano.<\/li><li>Brush the eggplant slices with the oil mixture on both sides and bake for 20 minutes until tender.<\/li><\/ul><strong>3. Prepare the Meat Filling:<\/strong><ul><li><ul><li>In a skillet, saut\u00e9 the onion in olive oil until translucent.<\/li><li>Add chopped bell peppers and minced garlic, followed by minced meat.<\/li><li>Season the meat with cumin, ginger, and coriander.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Once the meat is cooked, stir in chopped parsley, tomato puree, and water. Simmer until the sauce thickens.<\/li><\/ul><strong>4. Assemble the Dish:<\/strong><ul><li><ul><li>Layer the baked eggplant slices in a baking dish.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Top with the meat mixture.<\/li><li>Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan.<\/li><\/ul><strong>5. Bake:<\/strong><ul><li>Bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.<\/li><li><ul><li>Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.<\/li><li>Pair with a glass of red wine for an elegant dinner experience.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Serving SuggestionsCooking Tips<ul><li><strong>Even Slices:<\/strong>\u00a0Slice eggplants evenly to ensure they cook uniformly.<\/li><li><strong>Spice Adjustments:<\/strong>\u00a0Adjust the amount of spices according to your preference for heat and flavor.<\/li><\/ul>Nutritional Benefits<ul><li><ul><li><strong>Eggplants:<\/strong>\u00a0Low in calories and rich in fiber and antioxidants.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Lean Meat:<\/strong>\u00a0Provides a good source of protein and essential nutrients.<\/li><li><ul><li><strong>Gluten-Free:<\/strong>\u00a0This recipe is naturally gluten-free.<\/li><li><strong>Low-Carb:<\/strong>\u00a0Suitable for low-carb diets.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Dietary InformationStorage Tips<ul><li><strong>Refrigerate:<\/strong>\u00a0Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.<\/li><li><strong>Reheat:<\/strong>\u00a0Reheat in the oven at 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C) until warmed through.<\/li><li><strong>Flavorful:<\/strong>\u00a0A delicious combination of tender eggplant, savory meat, and cheesy topping.<\/li><\/ul>Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Enjoy!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ingredients Enjoy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1288,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[5,3,4,2,6,7,8,9,15,14],"class_list":["post-1287","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipes","tag-challenge","tag-cheesy","tag-chicken","tag-food","tag-italian","tag-pasta","tag-pizza","tag-pizzeria","tag-potatoes","tag-yum"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - 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