Authentic Vegan Moussaka Recipe | Egyptian-Style

nutritional yeast

🥗Healthier: ground flaxseed

💰Cheaper: regular yeast

Ground flaxseed adds fiber and omega-3s while being cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

plant-based milk

🥗Healthier: homemade almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Soy milk is often less expensive and widely available.

lentils

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: black beans

Chickpeas are nutritious and can be a more affordable protein source.

Slice the eggplants into 1/2 inch rounds and sprinkle with salt.

Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add the sliced green bell pepper and jalapeños (if using) to the skillet and sauté.

Prepare the tomato sauce by combining butter, olive oil, minced garlic, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, sugar, chili flakes, salt, black pepper, seven spices, paprika, ground cumin, and water in a pot. Simmer until thickened.

Layer the eggplant, sautéed vegetables, and tomato sauce in a baking dish.

Bake in the oven until the top is golden and bubbly.

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