Köfte with Eggplant Burger

Köfte with Eggplant Burger is a delightful fusion of spiced ground beef patties served on a smoky grilled eggplant base, offering a savory and satisfying meal. This unique dish brings the rich flavors of Turkish cuisine to your table while being entirely kosher.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Eggplant - 1 medium-sized
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (for grilling)
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1 small, sliced
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons (optional for serving)

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Slice the eggplant into thick rounds (about 1 cm) and brush both sides with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
3. In a bowl, combine the ground beef, parsley, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until combined.
4. Form the meat mixture into patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
5. Grill the eggplant slices for about 4-5 minutes on each side until tender and charred.
6. While the eggplant is grilling, cook the köfte patties on the grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
7. Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute on each side.
8. To assemble, place a grilled eggplant slice on the pita, add a köfte patty, and top with slices of tomato and cucumber. Drizzle with tahini if desired.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Köfte with Eggplant Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Eggplant is rich in antioxidants, promoting heart health.

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