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Presentation

Second course of Turkish origin based on lamb, tomatoes, eggplant, frying oil, onion, pepper, allspice (allspice)

Ingredients
Serves 6

• 500 g boneless lamb (about 1.1 lb)
• 3 small tomatoes (about 300 g / 10.5 oz)
• 6 medium eggplants (about 1 kg / 2.2 lb total)
• 6 tablespoons oil for frying (about 60 g / 65 ml / 2.2 fl oz)
• 2 medium onions (about 150 g / 5.3 oz)
• 300 ml hot water (about 10 fl oz / 1¼ cups)
• 1 dessert spoon black pepper (about 2 g / 1 teaspoon)
• ¼ dessert spoon allspice (pimento) (about 0.5 g / ¼ teaspoon)

Method

Cut the meat into 2cm2 pieces

Wash the tomatoes and eggplants.

Cut the stems of the eggplant

Peel them and cut them in half lengthwise

Reduce into pieces 3cm thick.

Heat the oil in a pan

Add the aubergines and fry them until soft, turning them regularly

Arrange them on a separate plate.

Peel, wash and finely slice the onion

Add it to the pan where the eggplants were fried

Add the meat

Cover with the lid and simmer for 40 minutes until the meat has softened.

Add water, salt if required and seasonings

Bake for another 20 minutes.

Place the meat on a baking sheet

Place the eggplants on the meat.

Slice the tomatoes into 1/2 cm thick circles.

Place the eggplants on top.

Add the remaining broth.

Bake in a preheated oven at medium temperature for 20 minutes.

Allergens

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Aubergine: possible individual intolerance or cross-reactivity in case of grass allergy

Oil for frying: check the label for allergens (peanuts, etc.)

Pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Allspice (allspice): possible allergy from direct contact on the skin

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

To reduce potassium intake, boil the meat in plenty of water and discard it.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Lamb meat: rich in selenium that supports the immune system. To reduce the presence of potassium, boil the meat in plenty of water which is then eliminated.

Onion: rich in selenium that supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; carrier of quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also suitable for nephropathic patients.

Aubergine: provides flavonoids (Vit. P ), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Pepper: contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant;  It improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Allspice (allspice): promotes gastrointestinal function

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Safety / Intended use

Can also be administered in case of:

• Constipation

Not recommended in case of:

• Nausea – vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Dysphagia – chewing problems