Oturtma - Mediterranean Aubergine dish

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.