8 Famous Eggplant Dishes From Around The World

Zee Media Bureau
Aug 27, 2024

Baba Ghanoush, Middle East

This dip, made with roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, pairs well with pita bread or vegetables.

Moussaka, Greece

This dish is a combination of eggplant, ground meat (usually lamb), tomatoes, and béchamel sauce.

Ratatouille, France

This vegetable stew, featuring eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions, is served as a side dish or a vegetarian main entrée.

Baingan Bharta, India

This dish, a popular one, combines eggplant, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices, and pairs well with litti or dal chawal.

Melanzane alla Parmigiana, Italy

The baked eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese meal is often served as a main entrée or side dish.

Imam Bayildi, Turkey

Whole eggplants, seasoned with onions, garlic, and tomatoes, are often served as a chilly appetizer or side dish after simmering in olive oil.

Eggplant Parmesan, USA

This is a dish consisting of breaded and fried eggplant slices, topped with marinara sauce and cheese, baked, and served as a main course.

Mapo Eggplant, China

A stir-fry made with eggplant, ground pork, and fermented beans and chili paste, seasoned with a savory sauce.

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