Patlıcanlı Kebab (Eggplant Kebab)
Patlıcanlı Kebab, or Eggplant Kebab, is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender grilled eggplant with juicy marinated meat. This flavorful kebab is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, bringing the tastes of Turkish cuisine right to your table. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, Patlıcanlı Kebab promises a delightful culinary experience that will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into thick rounds
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the eggplants by sprinkling them with salt and letting them sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, minced garlic, and chopped onions to create the marinade.
- Combine ground meat with half of the marinade in another bowl until well coated.
- Assemble kebabs by alternating pieces of marinated meat and eggplant on skewers.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C) and grill kebabs for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and cooked through.
- Serve hot with pita bread or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg