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Fattet Makdous

Cultural Context

Fattet Makdous is a traditional Syrian dish that showcases the rich flavors of eggplant and yogurt, often enjoyed during family gatherings and festive occasions. This layered dish reflects the Levantine love for hearty, communal meals, where bread serves as a base for various toppings. In modern times, it has gained popularity beyond Syria, appearing in Middle Eastern restaurants worldwide, often with regional variations.

SyrianSYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
6 pita breads
10 eggplants
1 pound ground meat
4 cups plain yogurt
1/2 bunch parsley
1 teaspoon garlic
1 large onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon allspice
1/2 cup pomegranate molasses
1/2 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons butter
10 cups water

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Sunflower seeds provide a similar crunch at a lower cost.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a thicker consistency with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

ground cumin

🥗Healthier: ground coriander

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Caraway seeds can mimic the flavor profile at a lower cost.

1

Cut 6 pita breads into pieces and fry them until golden brown.

2

Prepare 10 eggplants by hollowing them out for stuffing.

3

Saute 1 pound of ground meat with half of the butter, adding 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of allspice.

4

Dice 1 large onion and add it to the meat mixture, cooking until golden brown.

5

Stuff the hollowed eggplants with the meat mixture and fry them until golden on both sides, about 5-10 minutes.

6

In a pot, add 10 cups of water and bring it to a boil.

7

Add 1/2 cup of tomato paste, the cooked onions, and 1/2 cup of pomegranate molasses to the boiling water along with 1 tablespoon of salt.

Cooking Techniques

fryinglayeringmixing

Equipment Needed

potskillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Fatteh MakdousFattet Eggplant

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