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Layered Eggplant and Potato Bake with Mozzarella


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 1hr 30mins

Description

This Layered Eggplant and Potato Bake with Mozzarella is a delicious and hearty dish that combines layers of roasted eggplant, thinly sliced potatoes, and a savory minced meat sauce, topped with mozzarella and baked to golden perfection. With aromatic spices and a flavorful meat filling, this dish is perfect for a comforting family dinner. It’s rich in flavor and sure to impress!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 eggplants, partially peeled and sliced into 0.81 cm thick slices
  • Vegetable oil, as needed
  • Olive oil, as needed
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika (divided)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 45 potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 450 grams (1 lb) minced meat (beef, lamb, or a mix)
  • 2 peppers, finely chopped
  • 1 cup pureed tomatoes
  • 12 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Some water, as needed
  • Parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 100 grams (3.5 oz) mozzarella for pizza, shredded
  • Spicy ketchup, as needed

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Eggplant

  1. Partially peel the eggplants in stripes, leaving some of the skin for texture, then slice into 0.8-1 cm thick rounds.
  2. Place the eggplant slices on a baking sheet. Brush them with vegetable oil and olive oil, and season with sweet paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25 minutes until softened.

Step 2: Prepare the Potatoes

  1. Thinly slice the potatoes and place them on a baking sheet.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and sweet paprika.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25 minutes until tender.

Step 3: Prepare the Meat Sauce

  1. In a skillet, heat a little vegetable oil over medium heat. Cook the chopped onion until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the minced meat to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
  3. Add the chopped peppers and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in the pureed tomatoes, minced garlic, salt, pepper, sweet paprika, sugar, and a little water to adjust consistency. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once done, stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 4: Assemble and Bake

  1. Layer the baked eggplant slices on the bottom of a baking dish.
  2. Add a layer of thinly sliced baked potatoes over the eggplant.
  3. Spread the minced meat sauce evenly over the potatoes.
  4. Top with shredded mozzarella for pizza and a drizzle of spicy ketchup for extra flavor.
  5. Bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Prep Time: 25mins
  • Cook Time: 1hr 5mins