Simple Vegan Eggplant Dish "Patlican Silkme"

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while being neutral in flavor.

eggplants

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Zucchini provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Water reduces sodium while maintaining moisture.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Paprika adds color and mild flavor without heat.

Slice eggplants and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.

Rinse and pat dry the eggplants with paper towels.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped green peppers and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate the eggplants and mix well to combine.

Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and red pepper flakes; stir to coat evenly.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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