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Borani Banjan

Borani Banjan: Savory Layered Eggplant Delight

Borani Banjan is a delicious dish featuring crispy eggplant, savory tomato sauce, and herbed yogurt, embodying Middle Eastern flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Salting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant
  • 1 large Eggplant Salt to reduce bitterness
For the Tomato Sauce
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce Substitute with canned tomatoes if needed
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; use powder if unavailable
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; shallots are a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Key for traditional flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Substitute with curry powder if needed
For the Herbed Yogurt
  • 1 cup Yogurt Plant-based for vegan option
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Mint Can substitute with oregano
  • ¼ medium Red Onion Minced; scallions as a milder option
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Mint
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Serving dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the eggplant into ½-inch thick rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let rest in a colander for 30 minutes.
  2. Rinse the eggplant under cold water to remove salt, then pat dry.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry eggplant slices for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain excess oil.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions for 5 minutes, add minced garlic. Stir in diced tomatoes, turmeric, and cumin. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Layer fried eggplant in a serving dish, spoon tomato sauce over the top.
  6. Mix yogurt with parsley, dried mint, and salt. Spread over the eggplant and tomato sauce.
  7. Garnish with red onion, parsley, and dried mint. Serve warm with pita or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve hot or at room temperature for the best flavors. Ideal for gatherings or as a comforting meal.

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