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Savory Stuffed Eggplant with Parmesan, Moroccan Spices, and Garlic Tahini Delight


  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Mediterranean

Description

🍆 Delight in a Mediterranean culinary adventure with this stuffed eggplant recipe infused with aromatic Moroccan spices!
🧀 Perfect for dinner parties or family meals, this dish combines flavor and nutrients to impress your taste buds!


Ingredients

Scale

6 small eggplants (about 2 pounds total)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 pound ground beef or lamb, turkey, chicken, or plant-based mince
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups cubes of day-old country bread, soaked in milk
1 cup grated cheese or vegan alternative
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon each of coriander, paprika, and ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup plain yogurt or vegan alternative
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (mint or cilantro)
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts, almonds, pistachios, or macadamia nuts


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut eggplants in half lengthwise, scoop out flesh leaving about a 1-inch border, and finely chop the flesh.
2. Sprinkle eggplant shells with salt, drizzle with olive oil, and place on a baking sheet. Roast for about 35 minutes until tender.
3. Meanwhile, heat 4 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet. Cook onions until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add ground meat, pour wine, and cook until juices evaporate, 6-7 minutes.
4. Add bell pepper, chopped eggplant flesh, and spices. Cover and cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Allow mixture to cool slightly.
5. Combine soaked bread cubes, grated cheese, parsley, chopped egg, and tomatoes with the cooled meat mixture. Mix well to form the filling.
6. Fill roasted eggplant shells with the meat mixture. Cover with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes until eggplant is tender. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until the filling’s top is browned and crispy.
7. Serve with a dollop of yogurt mixed with garlic, lemon juice, and mint. Sprinkle with toasted nuts for garnish and flavor.

Notes

📚 Eggplants originally arriving in Europe were white and oval, possibly leading to their name.
🥒 Choose eggplants with a firm texture and even color for best results. Sweating them with salt can improve texture.
🌿 This versatile dish is suitable for large gatherings, delicious hot or at room temperature, and can be creatively adapted.

  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cooling time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed eggplant half
  • Calories: Not specified
  • Sugar: Not specified
  • Sodium: Not specified
  • Fat: Not specified
  • Saturated Fat: Not specified
  • Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
  • Trans Fat: Not specified
  • Carbohydrates: Not specified
  • Fiber: Not specified
  • Protein: Not specified
  • Cholesterol: Not specified