Eggplant Sheikh al-Mahshi — Lebanese Style

Sheikh al-Mahshi eggplant is one of the most delicious ways to prepare eggplant. The eggplants are stuffed after frying with minced meat and simmered in a tomato sauce. Serve with rice.

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1 kg small eggplants, washed and stems removed

Filling

300 g coarsely minced meat1/2 tsp salt, or to taste1 small onion, finely chopped1 tsp tomato paste1 tbsp ghee or clarified butter1/4 tsp ground black pepper1/4 tsp turmeric1/4 tsp safflower (or a pinch of saffron)1/4 tsp paprika1/4 tsp ground ginger powder1/4 tsp allspice1/4 tsp cinnamonFried pine nuts, optional, to taste

Sauce

1 large tomato, chopped1 tbsp tomato pasteA pinch of ground black pepper1/2 liter (about 2 cups) water

Step 1

Pierce the eggplants all over with a fork, then make a lengthwise slit with a knife, keeping the eggplant attached on one side.

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