Turkish eggplant

Roasted whole eggplants stuffed with a spicy ground beef mixture.

This simple baked eggplant casserole is an easy idea for dinner. Known as “Imam bayildi” in Turkey, thinly sliced eggplant combines with canned diced tomatoes, yellow onion, garlic and herbs into a lasagna-like slab. Made using a combination of the stovetop and oven, it’s a deliciously simple, flavorful meal that is also vegan, paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free.

Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Eggplant) is a classic Ottoman dish that is widely popular in the Balkans, Eastern Mediterranean, and the Middle East.

Turkish eggplant stew is a late summer/early fall classic featuring the season’s ripe, juicy tomatoes. It starts with oven-roasting the eggplants, which heighten their flavor.

We greatly enjoy this delicious southern Turkish style Baked Aubergine Kebab with Meatballs – Firinda Patlican Kebabi, especially popular in Gaziantep region in Turkey. I love the ease of this all in one bake dish. Please make sure to sprinkle salt over the aubergine slices and squeeze out their excess moisture with a paper towel. Then simply coat olive oil and seasoning over the aubergine slices. There is no need to sauté or fry the aubergine slices and the meatballs before baking. They…

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This simple baked eggplant casserole is an easy idea for dinner. Known as “Imam bayildi” in Turkey, thinly sliced eggplant combines with canned diced tomatoes, yellow onion, garlic and herbs into a lasagna-like slab. Made using a combination of the stovetop and oven, it’s a deliciously simple, flavorful meal that is also vegan, paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free.

Abagannuc or baba ghanoush is a popular mezze or salad in southern Turkish cuisine, where eggplants are char grilled to get a delicious, smoky flavor. It has different versions throughout the Middle East. We'd like to add a little pomegranate molasses in our version for a tangy, sweet flavor. This salad / dip goes very well as part of a mezze spread or with any grills. I also love this dip on crackers or toasted bread with a nice sharp cheese or feta cheese aside.

With its sassy combo of eggplant, peppers, ‘taters, and lightly spiced tomato sauce, this Turkish vegetable dish will have you saying, "Move over, boring, sad old veggies! There’s a new king in town.” Get ready to spice up your life with a vibrant journey through the Turkish flavors of Şakşuka!

This simple baked eggplant casserole is an easy idea for dinner. Known as “Imam bayildi” in Turkey, thinly sliced eggplant combines with canned diced tomatoes, yellow onion, garlic and herbs into a lasagna-like slab. Made using a combination of the stovetop and oven, it’s a deliciously simple, flavorful meal that is also vegan, paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free.

SMOKEY AUBERGINE BAYILDI | This Ottoman classic is fantastic as a vegetarian main course or a spectacular side dish with grilled meat. Smokey aubergine is paired with a rich tomato and pepper sauce, walnuts and garlic yoghurt.

Imam bayildi is a baked Turkish dish – though often seen on menus throughout Greece – consisting of eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, herbs and olive oil. The eggplant recipe is a wonderful vegetarian dinner or side dish with your favorite meal. This classic Turkish dish is simple to prepare and is...

Delicious and simple Turkish classic, known in Turkish as soslu patlican or şakşuka.

Chop the aubergine and fry them in the olive oil until golden colour

This salad was a delightful mix of warm and delicious eggplant with great spices and refreshing herbs. It made for a great lunch when...

Vegan Stuffed Eggplants with Bulgur (Turkish Style)

If you are looking for a hearty and vibrant meal, this Eggplant Shakshuka is an excellent option. Bursting with rich flavors, this dish combines tender eggplant with a spicy tomato sauce and is crowned with perfectly poached eggs. #Eggplant Shakshuka recipe #Eggplant Shakshuka vegan #roasted eggplant shakshuka #shakshuka with eggplant #harissa eggplant shakshuka #turkish eggplant shakshuka #shakshuka recipe with eggplant

This classic Turkish Stuffed Eggplants recipe, known as Imam Bayildi, is a celebration of simple, fresh flavors coming together to create a vegetarian dish that's both hearty and healthy. The tender eggplants are stuffed with a fragrant mixture of onions, garlic, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, then baked to perfection. It's a dish that promises to transport your taste buds to the heart of the Mediterranean.