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Eggplant Fatteh

Cultural Context

Eggplant Fatteh hails from the Levant region, particularly popular in countries like Lebanon and Syria. Traditionally, it showcases layers of crispy bread, spiced eggplant, and a creamy yogurt sauce, making it a comforting dish often served during gatherings. Today, variations abound, with different vegetables and toppings, reflecting the dish's adaptability and widespread appeal in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Middle EasternAEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 whole wheat pita bread (cut into squares)
1 tsp olive oil
2 medium eggplants (sliced)
2 tbsp flour
1 tsp butter
1 medium onion (chopped)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp minced garlic
1/4 lb ground beef
Chopped parsley
1/2 cup tomato sauce
10 oz plain yogurt
1 tbsp tahini sauce
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tsp salt
Green onions (chopped)
Sumac

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a thicker texture with fewer calories.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and nut-free.

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is a nut-free alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is cost-effective and neutral in flavor.

1

Toss the pita squares with olive oil and spread them on a baking sheet.

2

Bake at 360ºF for 30 minutes or until toasted.

3

Coat the eggplant slices with flour to prevent oil absorption.

4

Fry over medium heat until golden and tender.

5

Melt butter in a skillet. Sauté the onion, salt, and black pepper until softened.

6

Add minced garlic, ground beef, and parsley. Cook until the beef is browned.

7

Stir in the tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.

8

Mix yogurt, tahini sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl until smooth.

9

Layer toasted pita chips at the bottom of a serving dish.

10

Add fried eggplants and the beef mixture on top.

11

Pour the yogurt sauce over the layers.

12

Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sumac for a vibrant finish.

Cooking Techniques

layeringbakingfryingmixing

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking sheetskilletmixing bowlserving dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Fatteh BatenjanEggplant Fatteh

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