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Lebanese Moussaka

Delicious Lebanese Moussaka: A Hearty Vegan Delight

Discover the flavors of Lebanese Moussaka, a satisfying and nutritious vegan dish filled with eggplant, chickpeas, and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 large Eggplants peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 cups Fresh Tomatoes chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Mint
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting and sautéing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • large saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lebanese Moussaka
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and peel eggplants, cutting them into large chunks.
  2. Coat the eggplant chunks with olive oil, spread on a baking sheet, and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic. Sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and fresh tomatoes, sprinkle with cinnamon, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Fold in the roasted eggplants and chickpeas, add water or vegetable broth if needed, and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Add dried mint, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use vibrant, fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet while roasting eggplants to ensure they become tender. Let the stew rest before serving for enhanced flavor.

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