Description
Eggplant Borani is a flavorful dish made with layers of fried eggplant and a spiced tomato sauce, topped with yogurt and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sprinkle the sliced eggplant with salt and let it sit for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the eggplant slices in batches and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground coriander, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the drained diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Layer the cooked eggplant slices in a serving dish and pour the tomato mixture over the top.
- In a small bowl, mix the yogurt and lemon juice. Drizzle over the eggplant and tomato mixture.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño to the tomato mixture.
- You can substitute the eggplant with zucchini or mushrooms for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Eggplant Borani, Borani Banjan, Eggplant Recipe