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Berenjenas a la Importancia

Cultural Context

Originating from the Andalusian region of Spain, Berenjenas a la Importancia is a beloved dish that showcases the versatility of eggplant. Traditionally served as a tapa or main course, it highlights the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on vegetables and olive oil. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating different sauces or cheeses, making it a favorite in both home kitchens and restaurants across Spain and beyond.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 berenjena
lonchas de jamón serrano
harina
huevo
1 cda. de pimentón dulce
2 dientes de ajo
1 cebolla
500 ml. de caldo de pollo
Aceite Masfrit
Aceite Sumum La Masía

eggplant

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories and easier to find.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats provide fiber and are gluten-free.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.

1

Cortar 1 berenjena en rodajas gruesas (1 cm. aprox) y luego cortar cada rodaja por la mitad, sin llegar al final. Rellenar cada una de ellas con 1 loncha de jamón serrano. Pasar las berenjenas por harina y huevo batido y freír en abundante Aceite Masfrit La Masía. Reservar.

2

En otra sartén con Aceite Sumum La Masía, pochar 2 dientes de ajo y 1 cebolla muy picados. Añadir 1 cda. de pimentón dulce y 2 cdas. de harina de trigo. Remover y añadir rápidamente 500 ml. de caldo de pollo. Mezclar bien y cocinar 2 minutos.

3

Incorporar las berenjenas y cocinar 10 minutos a fuego bajo.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Eggplant ImportanceBerenjenas Importantes
Local Name: Berenjenas a la Importancia

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