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Berenjenas Rellenas de Verduras

Cultural Context

Berenjenas Rellenas de Verduras, or stuffed eggplants, is a beloved dish in Spanish cuisine, often enjoyed in Mediterranean regions. This dish highlights the bounty of local vegetables, reflecting the Spanish tradition of using fresh, seasonal produce. It's a versatile recipe that can be adapted with various fillings, making it popular in both home kitchens and restaurants, embodying the spirit of communal dining in Spain.

SpanishESmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
eggplants
olive oil
onion
garlic
bell peppers
zucchini
tomato
cumin
paprika
salt
black pepper
parsley
breadcrumbs
cheese

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Crushed crackers can be a cost-effective substitute.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: carrots

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cabbage is often cheaper and can add crunch.

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

Slice the eggplants in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a shell.

3

Sprinkle the eggplant shells with salt and let them sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.

4

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent.

5

Add diced bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

6

Stir in chopped eggplant flesh, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper; cook for another 5 minutes.

7

Remove from heat and mix in parsley and breadcrumbs until well combined.

8

Fill the eggplant shells with the vegetable mixture, pressing down gently.

9

Top with cheese and drizzle with olive oil.

10

Place the stuffed eggplants in a baking dish and cover with foil.

11

Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden.

12

Let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Stuffed EggplantsBerenjenas Rellenas
Local Name: Berenjenas Rellenas de Verduras

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