Greek -style Eggplant Musakka Recipe

Greek -style Eggplant Musakka

MUSAKKA, which has different types of different species in a large geography extending from the Mediterranean to the Balkans, can be cooked as a juicy pot dinner as it means Arabic "juicy" as a word. Greek Moussaka is made with Turkish eggplant with potatoes, zucchini and eggplant. The fried vegetables are covered with bechamel sauce and cheese. Your choice is yours. Enjoy your meal!

In a Nutshell:

Ingredients:

For: 4 People
Prep: 30 Min
Cook: 30 Min
Ingredients for Mousaka:
Garden Eggplant (Medium size) 3   Qty
Potatoes (Medium size) 2   Qty
Zucchini (Medium size) 2   Qty
Sunflower Oil (For Frying) 1   Cup
Black Pepper 1   Qty
Salt 1   Tsp
Parmesan (For Over) 50   Grams
Ingredients for Inner Mortar:
Minced Meat (Lamb Calf Mixed) 500   Grams
Dry Onion (Medium size) 1   Qty
Olive Oil 2   Tbsp
Garlic 1   Clove
Granulated Sugar 1   Half Tbsp
Thyme 1   Tsp (large)
Tomato Paste 1   Rounded Tbsp
Tomato Puree (Or 2 Grated Tomatoes) 1   Cup
Clove (crushed) 1/2   Tsp
Cinnamon Powder 1   Tsp
Parsley 1/2   Bunch
Fresh Basil 1/2   Bunch
Ingredients for Bechamel Sauce:
Flour 3   Rounded Tbsp
Butter 3   Tbsp
Milk 3   Cup
Salt 1   Tsp
Nutmeg Grated 1   Tsp
Ground White Pepper 1   Tsp
Parmesan 100   Grams
Egg Yolk 3   Qty

Steps:

  1. Peel the eggplants with variegated and slice 0.5 cm thick. Leave in a deep bowl in plenty of salt water for 30 minutes.
  2. Peel pumpkin and potatoes and sliced ​​the same sizes. Edit vegetables and add salt and pepper. Fry in deep oil until pink. Remove the paper towel and drain the excess fat. For a lighter meal, grill the vegetables in a cast pan on the stove.
  3. For the inner mortar, peel the onion and garlic and chop finely cooking. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a separate saucepan. Put the onion and garlic in the pot. Add thyme, cinnamon, crushed clove and powdered sugar and fry for 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Add the big gravitational ground beef to the roasted mortar. Crush with a wooden spoon and fry until color. Add tomato paste and tomato puree to the roasted mortar and sauté and cut the fever. Boil together for 5-10 minutes until the sauce consistency is taken.
  5. Take the consistency of the mortar from the fire. Taste it by checking salt and pepper.
  6. For bechamel sauce, take the butter in a separate pot and melt. Add the flour and fry until the smell of the flour comes out. While adding the milk gradually, continue to beat. When the sauce has a smooth consistency, remove it from the fire.
  7. Sauce nuts grated from the fire. Add the grated parmesan, salt, white pepper and 3 egg yolks and beat.
  8. Preferably lubricate the baking tray of 25 x32 cm. Heat the oven at 180 degrees. Cool the bechamel sauce up to 2 scoops on the tray. Place the fried vegetables layer layer. Take 2 tablespoons of bechamel sauce and add to the ground beef and mix. Cool this ground beef between the vegetable layers.
  9. Close the tray with bechamel sauce completely and correct the opposite of the spoon. Move 50 grams of grated parmesan cheese. Bake in a preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. When it gets color, take it out and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
  10. You can present the food you sliced ​​with fresh seasonal greens and cherry tomatoes. Enjoy your meal!
  11. Menu suggestion: Eggplant Musakka, Basil Pasta Salad, Dry Towed, Frozen Peach Yogurt

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Benefits of Ingredients in Greek -style Eggplant Musakka

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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.
  • Potatoes: Potatoes are a rich source of complex carbohydrates providing energy, Vitamin C, and potassium. Their fiber content contributes to digestive health and provides a feeling of satiety. Potassium, vital for regulating blood pressure, makes them important for overall body functions. They pair well with meat, chicken, fish, eggs, cheese, and many vegetables, suitable for various cooking methods like baking, boiling, frying, and mashing.
  • Zucchini: Zucchini (kabak) is rich in dietary fiber, Vitamin C for immunity, and potassium, benefiting heart and digestive health. It also contains powerful antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, crucial for eye health. Low in calories and high in water, it's ideal for healthy diets. It pairs wonderfully with yogurt, garlic, dill, and olive oil.
  • 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.

  • Sunflower Oil: Sunflower oil is a rich source of Vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant that protects cells against free radical damage. Its unsaturated fatty acid profile can support heart health and help lower bad cholesterol. It is widely preferred in the kitchen for frying, salad dressings, and baked goods.
  • 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.
  • Salt: Salt is an essential mineral that adds unique flavor to dishes and serves as a natural preservative. It provides vital electrolyte balance for the body's water regulation, nerve, and muscle functions. It pairs perfectly with spices, herbs, and oils, enriching the taste of every meal. An indispensable part of every table.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Thyme: Thyme, with components like thymol and carvacrol, possesses strong antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It provides a soothing effect, particularly for respiratory ailments such as coughs and sore throats. It aids the digestive system by helping reduce gas and bloating. It is also a rich source of antioxidants, strengthening the immune system. An indispensable ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, thyme pairs perfectly with red meat, chicken, fish, and vegetables. Its flavor is further enhanced with olive oil and lemon.
  • Tomato Paste: Tomato Paste is a concentrated source of lycopene, a potent antioxidant whose bioavailability increases when heated. This property supports heart health and may help reduce the risk of certain cancers, particularly prostate cancer. It also contains Vitamin K and potassium. Its absorption is enhanced when consumed with olive oil. It pairs perfectly with onions, garlic, red meat, and legumes, adding depth and umami to dishes.
  • 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.
  • Clove: Clove is a powerful spice with strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Thanks to its eugenol content, it supports oral health, is effective in relieving toothache, and alleviates digestive discomforts like gas and bloating. It also offers antimicrobial benefits. Clove pairs wonderfully with cinnamon, ginger, citrus, and apples, adding a warm, spicy aroma to many sweet and savory dishes.
  • Cinnamon Powder: Ground Cinnamon not only adds flavor to sweets but also stands out with its health benefits. It contains powerful compounds that help regulate blood sugar and, with its rich antioxidant structure, protects against cellular damage. Its anti-inflammatory effect and potential to balance cholesterol levels support heart health. It pairs wonderfully, especially with apples, honey, coffee, oatmeal, and cocoa, adding a warm and spicy depth to your recipes.
  • 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.
  • Fresh Basil: Fresh basil, rich in powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory eugenol, supports immunity and reduces cell damage. It's high in Vitamin K, contributing to bone health, and aids digestion. It pairs perfectly with tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, and olive oil, while also adding a unique aroma to chicken and fish dishes.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Ground White Pepper: White Pepper Powder offers a milder, earthier, and subtly citrusy flavor compared to black pepper. Thanks to its piperine content, it aids digestion and enhances the bioavailability of other nutrients, improving their absorption. It's also known for its antioxidant properties. It pairs excellently with creamy sauces, potato dishes, white meats, and soups, adding flavor without altering the dish's color.
  • Parmesan: Parmesan, an aged, hard cheese originating from Italy. Its high protein and calcium content supports bone health and contributes to muscle development. Due to its long aging process, it is low in lactose, making it more digestible for those with lactose sensitivity. Its rich umami enhances dishes with a deep flavor. It pairs wonderfully with pasta, risotto, salads, and vegetables.
  • Egg Yolk: Egg yolk is rich in protein, choline (critical for brain and liver health), vitamins D and A, and powerful antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin. It notably supports eye health, contributes to bone development, and strengthens cognitive functions. Its healthy fat content provides a sense of satiety. It's an excellent binder and flavor enhancer in savory sauces like béchamel, mayonnaise, and Hollandaise, as well as in sweet applications like pastry creams.

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