Eggplant Borani
Discover the rich and creamy goodness of Eggplant Borani, a traditional Middle Eastern dish that combines roasted eggplants with tangy Greek yogurt, garlic, and aromatic spices. This nutritious recipe is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making it a perfect addition to your meals. Serve it as an appetizer or a main dish, and watch it impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants (about 400g)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (240g)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the eggplants into rounds or cubes and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the eggplant pieces, sprinkle with salt, and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- While the eggplants are roasting, mix together Greek yogurt, minced garlic, cumin powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Once roasted, let the eggplants cool slightly before mixing them into the yogurt mixture until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg