EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) FIT FOR A SHEIK (SHEIK AL MIHSHEE)

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My grandmother NEVER told me this was eggplant, or I never would have eaten it. Darn it! I guess I really DO like eggplant. The nerve of her! Prep time includes time to allow eggplant "sweat" or drain.

Provided by Lightly Toasted

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large eggplant, sliced and unpeeled (2 lb)
1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground beef
1 (22 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon salt
pepper
1/4 teaspoon clove
2 crushed garlic cloves
2 medium onions, sliced (or chopped)
2 -3 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Lay out slices of eggplant on a large platter, and sprinkle with salt.
  • Let sit for approx 1/2 an hour.
  • Drain off water.
  • Brown meat and onions.
  • Add garlic, cook and stir for another minute, then drain.
  • Combine tomatoes with remaining seasonings.
  • Butter a casserole.
  • Layer half beef mixture, eggplant, tomatoes.
  • Repeat.
  • Cover.
  • Bake in an 450°F oven for 1 hour.

Mukiibi Arafat
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I always have extra eggplant after I make baba ganoush and this is a great way to use it up.


Jutt Mobile
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I love the way this dish looks. It's so colorful and vibrant. It's a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach.


Ndahafa Ntesa
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This dish is a great way to impress your friends. It's elegant and delicious and it's sure to wow your guests.


Abdul malik Muslimyar
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I'm a busy mom and I don't have a lot of time to cook. This recipe is a lifesaver! It's quick and easy to make and it's always delicious.


Indra Tamang
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I'm always looking for new recipes that are healthy and delicious. This recipe fits the bill perfectly. It's low in calories and fat but it's still packed with flavor.


Carl wiz
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the eggplant and the filling is so flavorful that they don't even notice that they're eating vegetables.


Jeremy Scud
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I'm a big fan of Mediterranean food and this dish is a great example of why. The flavors are so complex and delicious.


Obaa Fatima
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. I love that I can customize the filling to my liking.


Thokizani Gumede
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggplant and this recipe is a keeper! The eggplant is so tender and the filling is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rana Ahmed Ali
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ximena Bejarano
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. It's a great dish to serve for a crowd.


Yazmine Basir
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I'm a vegetarian and I love this dish! The eggplant is so flavorful and the filling is so satisfying. I would definitely recommend this recipe to other vegetarians.


MD: Roke
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are always amazing. I love that I can use different types of vegetables in the filling.


Special for Abdur
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit! My family and friends love it. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Mirjan Cenaj
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The eggplant is always cooked perfectly and the filling is always delicious.


Camia Smith
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this dish was amazing! The eggplant was so tender and the filling was so flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


qxlazar
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the filling was flavorful and savory. I will definitely be making this again.