Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

eggplant

sliced

2 unit

potatoes

cubed

1 unit

green bell pepper

sliced

15 ounce

chickpeas

rinsed and drained

2 clove

garlic

chopped

1 unit

onion

thinly sliced

15 ounce

tomato sauce

canned

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

cumin

1 tsp

coriander

0.5 tsp

pepper

1 tsp

mustard

good

1 unit

oil

for frying

Step 1
~4 min

Cut the eggplant into 1/2 inch slices.

Step 2
~4 min

Cube the potatoes.

Step 3
~4 min

Slice the green bell pepper.

Step 4
~4 min

Rinse and drain the chickpeas.

Step 5
~4 min

Chop the garlic cloves.

Step 6
~4 min

Thinly slice the onion.

Step 7
~4 min

Fry the eggplant slices in oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and lightly salt.

Step 8
~4 min

Fry the potatoes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and lightly salt.

Step 9
~4 min

Fry the pepper slices in oil until tender. Set aside.

Step 10
~4 min

In a pan, sauté the onion until soft.

Step 11
~4 min

Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes more.

Step 12
~4 min

Add the cumin, coriander, pepper, and mustard (except salt).

Step 13
~4 min

Add the fried eggplant, potatoes, and peppers, along with the tomato sauce.

Step 14
~4 min

Mix well to combine.

Step 15
~4 min

Cook until heated through.

Step 16
~4 min

Sprinkle with chickpeas before serving.

Step 17
~4 min

Enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use roasted eggplant instead of frying.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm pita bread.

Serve as a side dish or vegetarian main course.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Baba Ghanoush
Hummus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Egypt

Cultural Significance

A popular dish often served during family gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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