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Eggplant Fattah

Eggplant Fattah

Eggplant Fattah is a famous Middle Eastern dish. You can serve it for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. 
Prep Time 1 hour
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Eggplant: 1 large peeled and cut into cubes
  • Olive Oil: ½ cup
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
  • Garlic Powder: ½ teaspoon
  • Garlic: 3 cloves crushed
  • Pita Bread: 2 loaves cut into cubes
  • Yogurt: 3 cups
  • Tahini: ½ cup
  • Lemon Juice: from ½ a lemon
  • Parsley: 2 tablespoons fresh, chopped
  • Pine Nuts: ¼ cup toasted

Instructions
 

  • n to 180°C (350°F).
  • Season the eggplant cubes with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and half of the olive oil. Place them on a baking tray.
  • Bake the eggplant for about 30 minutes, until it softens and turns golden brown.
  • Place the pita bread cubes on another baking tray. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and a pinch of salt. Bake for 10-15 minutes until crispy.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and crushed garlic until well combined.
  • To assemble, place the baked eggplant in a serving dish. Spread the toasted pita cubes over it, then pour the yogurt-tahini sauce evenly on top.
  • Garnish with toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley. Serve immediately.