Arabic cuisine, traditional Iraqi dish - Tepsi Batinjan.

ground meat

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: lentils

Lentils provide protein at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried thyme can provide a similar aromatic flavor.

fresh parsley

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is more accessible and has a longer shelf life.

Slice potatoes and chicken fillets.

Fry the potatoes and chicken fillets.

Layer eggplant, garlic, onion, parsley, sweet peppers, and potatoes in a baking dish.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 25-30 minutes.

Make a sauce with tomato paste, water, and salt; pour over the dish.

Bake for another hour.

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