It is one of the indispensable chief works of Turkish traditional cuisine. This recipe, which is a different version of the classic Hünkarbeğendi meal made with meat meat, is made with meatballs cooked with tomato sauce. Enjoy your meal!
Pierce the eggplants in several places with the tip of the knife and roast them in the oven or on the stove. Cool the roasted eggplants in the bag and peel off their skins.
Fry the flour in the melted butter in a separate pan. Add the eggplants and continue frying. Add salt, spices, grated nutmeg and milk. Cook until well browned.
For the meatballs, put the ground meat in a deep mixing bowl and grate the onions on it.
Wet the insides of stale bread, squeeze out the water and add to the ground meat. Or add breadcrumbs.
Wash the parsley and finely chop the leaves and add to the mortar.
Add an egg, salt and spices and knead until all the ingredients are combined. Let it rest in the fridge for 15-20 minutes by stretching.
Remove the rested meatball mortar, break off walnut-sized pieces. Wet your hands and roll them in the palm of your hand to form a ball.
Put 2-3 tablespoons of oil in a deep pan and heat it. Fry the meatballs until golden brown and remove from the oil.
Add two finely chopped cloves of garlic to the oil in the pan in which you fry the meatballs and fry them. Add the tomato paste and diced tomatoes and fry for a minute. Check the salt and seasonings. Add 2 cups of hot water and cook until the tomatoes are soft.
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Add the fried meatballs to the cooked sauce and cook together for 5 more minutes.
Place a few spoonfuls of fruit in the middle of a serving plate. Serve hot by placing the meatballs in tomato sauce on top. Enjoy your meal!
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Garden Eggplant:
Globe eggplant, rich in dietary fiber, aids digestion and promotes satiety. Its skin, notably high in the powerful antioxidant nasunin, helps protect brain cells. Abundant in potassium, it also contributes to healthy blood pressure regulation. Pairs wonderfully with meats, tomatoes, and garlic.
Minced Meat:
Ground meat offers high-quality protein, essential heme iron, and vitamin B12. Heme iron aids in preventing anemia and supporting oxygen transport, while B12 is crucial for nervous system health and energy production. It pairs wonderfully with vegetables like onion, garlic, tomato, and parsley, boosting flavor and nutrition.
Tomato Puree:
Tomato puree is a powerful antioxidant source, rich in lycopene. When cooked, lycopene absorption increases, which supports skin health, protects cells against free radicals, and may positively contribute to heart health. It also contains beneficial components like Vitamin C and potassium. It pairs wonderfully with Mediterranean flavors such as olive oil, garlic, fresh basil, and oregano. An indispensable ingredient, it adds depth to pasta sauces, stews, and soups.
Tomato:
Tomato is a fruit rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that supports heart health and helps protect skin cells against UV damage. With Vitamin C, it boosts immunity, while potassium contributes to blood pressure regulation. Lycopene absorption is enhanced, especially when consumed with olive oil. It is an indispensable ingredient for basil, garlic, mozzarella, and various salad and pasta dishes.
Lemon Juice:
Lemon juice, rich in Vitamin C, boosts immunity and supports collagen synthesis for skin health. Its citrate content may help prevent kidney stone formation. A natural antioxidant, it reduces inflammation. It aids digestion by stimulating liver bile production. Added to water, it offers a detoxifying effect. Pairs perfectly with fish, chicken, salads, soups, marinades, and desserts, adding a refreshing and flavorful touch.
Flour:
Flour is a fundamental foodstuff obtained by grinding grains. It provides our body with a long-lasting energy source, especially through complex carbohydrates. Varieties like whole wheat flour, thanks to their high fiber content, support digestive health, provide a feeling of fullness, and help stabilize blood sugar levels. It also contains essential B vitamins (especially B1, B3, B9) and important minerals such as iron and magnesium, which are crucial for nervous system functions, energy production, and blood formation. It is versatile in the kitchen; forming the base for baked goods like bread and pastries when combined with milk, eggs, and yeast, while also being used to thicken sauces or create harmonious flavors with vegetables.
Butter:
Butter is a rich, flavorful fat derived from milk. It contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K2, along with healthy fatty acids, serving as an energy source. It's easily digestible. Butter enhances the taste of meals and rice dishes, is spread on bread, or used in sauces. It's indispensable for breakfast tables and various recipes.
Olive Oil:
Olive oil, especially in its extra virgin form, is a powerful source of health benefits due to its high content of polyphenol antioxidants and monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid). It supports heart health by helping to lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and raise good cholesterol (HDL). With its anti-inflammatory properties, it reduces inflammation in the body, prevents cell damage, and provides protection against chronic diseases. It supports the digestive system and contributes to skin health. An indispensable part of Mediterranean cuisine, it pairs wonderfully with salads, vegetable dishes, fish, legumes, and fresh bread.
Milk:
Milk is rich in calcium and Vitamin D, supporting bone and teeth health. Its high-quality protein content is crucial for muscle development. B vitamins (B2, B12) contribute to energy metabolism and support nervous system health. It also contains components that strengthen the immune system. It pairs wonderfully with coffee, cereals, fruits, honey, or cocoa. It forms an indispensable base for many sweet and savory recipes.
Nutmeg Grated:
Grated nutmeg adds a delightful aroma and offers notable health benefits. Its volatile oils aid digestion and and can ease stomach discomfort. Anti-inflammatory properties help reduce inflammation, and its mild sedative effect may improve sleep quality. Rich in antioxidants, it pairs excellently with milk-based desserts, mashed potatoes, béchamel sauce, and hot beverages.
Kashar (Cheddar):
Kashar Cheese is rich in highly bioavailable protein, calcium, and phosphorus, supporting bone and dental health. B vitamins (especially B12) are crucial for nervous system function and energy. It aids muscle development and cell regeneration. Its mildly salty, aromatic taste makes it ideal for breakfasts, toasts, and omelets. It pairs excellently with tomatoes, olives, fresh basil, and thyme.
Black Pepper:
Black pepper, a kitchen staple, offers not just flavor but also significant health benefits. Thanks to piperine, its active compound, it boasts powerful antioxidant properties, helping to combat free radicals. It can stimulate the digestive system, enhancing nutrient absorption and notably increasing the bioavailability of curcumin found in turmeric. Additionally, it's effective in reducing gas and bloating. It also has a mild metabolism-boosting effect. With a wide range of uses from red meats to poultry, vegetable dishes to soups, it pairs excellently. It harmonizes perfectly with spices like cumin and coriander, as well as ingredients like lemon and garlic, adding depth to dishes.
Stale Bread:
Stale bread is a valuable ingredient with a lower glycemic index than fresh bread. Starch retrogradation ensures slower blood sugar rise, prolonged satiety, and fiber for digestive health. It's budget-friendly and prevents waste. Ideal as croutons in soups, a binder in meatballs, or in desserts (e.g., bread pudding). It pairs well with dairy, spices, and vegetables.
Egg:
Eggs are a highly bioavailable protein source, essential for muscle growth and repair. Rich in B12, Vitamin D, selenium, and choline, they support brain function, nervous system health, and energy production. Lutein and zeaxanthin pigments aid eye health, reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration. Despite their cholesterol content, eggs typically don't adversely affect blood cholesterol in most healthy individuals. A breakfast staple, eggs pair wonderfully with various ingredients like cheese, spinach, mushrooms, avocado, and whole-wheat bread.
Dry Onion:
Dry onion is a kitchen staple and a powerful antioxidant source. Its quercetin content helps protect the body against free radicals, reduces inflammation, and may support heart health. Rich in Vitamins C and B6, and manganese, it strengthens the immune system. Its prebiotic fibers contribute to digestive health. It is widely used in dishes ranging from meat dishes to vegetable sautés, pilafs, and soups. It pairs perfectly with garlic, tomatoes, peppers, and red meat.
Parsley:
Parsley is a powerful antioxidant source that supports bone health and plays a crucial role in blood clotting due to its Vitamin K content. Its Vitamin C content strengthens immunity. Rich in flavonoids like apigenin, it can help reduce inflammation. It is also a natural diuretic. It pairs perfectly with lemon, garlic, and olive oil; adding a refreshing flavor to fish, chicken, soups, and salads.
Garlic:
Garlic, thanks to its allicin compound, offers strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It can boost the immune system, increasing resistance against illnesses. Furthermore, it contributes to cardiovascular health by helping regulate blood pressure and balance cholesterol levels. Widely used in traditional medicine, garlic is also known for its digestive support effects. An indispensable ingredient in meat dishes, vegetable sautés, and Mediterranean cuisine, it pairs wonderfully with herbs like rosemary and thyme.
Tomato or Pepper Paste:
Salça, a concentrated paste made from tomatoes or red peppers, is a staple in Turkish cuisine. Its primary benefit lies in its high lycopene content, a powerful antioxidant. Cooked salça increases lycopene's bioavailability, supporting heart health, potentially offering protection against certain cancers, and contributing to skin health. It's also rich in vitamins A, C, K, and minerals like potassium. Lycopene absorption is enhanced when consumed with a little fat, such as olive oil. Salça is incredibly versatile, used in dishes ranging from meat stews and vegetable sautés to soups and rice. It pairs excellently with garlic, onion, olive oil, and aromatic herbs like mint.
Granulated Sugar:
Granulated sugar is one of the body's primary energy sources. It provides rapid glucose for the brain and muscles, meeting immediate energy demands. It can quickly help stabilize energy levels after intense physical activity or when feeling fatigued. Additionally, it may contribute to short-term serotonin release, which can improve mood. It is commonly used as a flavor balancer in numerous recipes, including coffee, tea, desserts, and fruit salads.
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