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Borani Banjan

Borani Banjan
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Experience delicious Borani Banjan with crispy eggplant and spiced tomato sauce! Try this flavorful recipe today and elevate your dining experience!

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs eggplant
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup frying oil (canola, vegetable, or sunflower oil)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 teaspoons garlic (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper flakes
  • 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
  • 4 teaspoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1 cup unsweetened plant-based yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (finely minced)
  • 2 teaspoons mint (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons parsley (minced)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Parsley leaves
  • Dried mint
  • Red onion (very finely minced)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the eggplant by salting slices to draw out moisture; rinse and pat dry.
  2. Fry the eggplant in hot oil until golden brown on both sides; drain excess oil.
  3. Cook garlic and spices in olive oil; add tomatoes and simmer until thickened.
  4. Mix yogurt with lemon zest and herbs for the topping.
  5. Assemble layers of yogurt, tomato sauce, and eggplant in a serving dish.
  6. Garnish with herbs before serving warm or at room temperature.

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