Stuffed aubergines recipe

The recipe for stuffed aubergines is a very nutritious and healthy dish. Aubergines have great antioxidant properties and contain nutrients that help eliminate free radicals from the body, which are those that damage our cells. In addition, it provides a large amount of ideal minerals to boost our health. Not to mention that it is an easy recipe to make and does not require much time. Shall we start?

Ingredients:

  • 2 large aubergines
  • 300 g of minced lean meat
  • 200 g of tomato sauce
  • 2 medium onions
  • 1 pepper
  • Grated cheese for gratin
  • Black pepper and salt

How to Make the Stuffed Aubergines Recipe:

  1. The first thing is to clean the aubergines, cut them in half and make some shallow cuts in it. Place the seasoned aubergines in a dish, drizzle them with a little oil and roast them for 20 minutes at 200º C.
  2. When the aubergines are done, wait a little and empty them, leaving a certain thickness so that they do not open when they are filled. Set aside the removed pulp.
  3. While this is done you can prepare the stuffing. Chop the onions and peppers and poach them in a frying pan with virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Once it is golden, add the aubergine pulp. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  5. Then it will be time to include the minced meat, previously seasoned with pepper and salt.
  6. When the meat is done, add the tomato sauce. Leave on a lower heat for 15-20 minutes so that the tomato is consumed little by little and all the ingredients are mixed well. This will be the best time to add salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Finally, fill the aubergines on a tray, sprinkle the cheese on top and grill for a couple of minutes in the oven.

Advice on how to make the Stuffed Aubergines Recipe:

Aubergines can be put in the microwave for a few minutes to soften them, although the result is better in the oven.


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