Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

eggplant

charred, peeled, and chopped

1 tbsp

oil

1 pound

ground lamb

1 unit

onion

sliced

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 unit

zucchinis

shredded and squeezed

4 unit

white mushrooms

cubed

0.5 tsp

ground ginger

1 tsp

cumin

0.5 tsp

coriander

ground

0.25 tsp

cinnamon

ground

0.25 tsp

ground cloves

1 tsp

soy sauce

0.5 tsp

sesame oil

4 tbsp

parsley

chopped

1 unit

toasted pita

to garnish

1 unit

chili garlic or harissa

to garnish

1 unit

yoghurt

to garnish

Step 1
~5 min

Char eggplant on grill or over gas burner until tender and collapsing (about 15-20 minutes).

Step 2
~5 min

Place charred eggplant in a bowl, cover and let steam while prepping and cooking the rest of the ingredients.

Step 3
~5 min

Cut off the top of the eggplant, peel, and chop the flesh, reserving any liquid that accumulated in the bowl.

Step 4
~5 min

Heat oil in a dutch oven or large pot.

Step 5
~5 min

Cook ground lamb until just cooked through. Remove lamb to a bowl and pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the fat.

Step 6
~5 min

Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt to the pot. Cook over medium heat until nicely browned.

Step 7
~5 min

While onions cook, shred zucchini, lightly salt, and let sit for about 5 minutes to draw out excess moisture.

Step 8
~5 min

Squeeze as much liquid as possible out of the shredded zucchini.

Step 9
~5 min

Add cubed mushrooms, minced garlic, and squeezed zucchini to the onions and cook until mushrooms have softened.

Step 10
~5 min

Add the cooked lamb to the vegetables with ground ginger, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and ground cloves. Cook for a few more minutes to allow the spices to bloom.

Step 11
~5 min

Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and chopped parsley.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve the spiced lamb and eggplant mixture with a dollop of yoghurt, hot sauce of choice, and grilled or toasted pita bread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a deeper smoky flavor, add smoked paprika to the spice blend.

Toast the spices before adding them to the dish for a more intense aroma.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The lamb and eggplant mixture can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm pita bread or couscous.

Offer a selection of hot sauces for varying spice levels.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek salad
Hummus with vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East

Cultural Significance

Lamb is a staple in many Middle Eastern cuisines, often spiced and served with vegetables.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid al-Adha
Ramadan

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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