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Moussaka (also known as) Eggplant Lasagna
Updated: Sep 12

I'll tell you one thing that you may not know, but Middle Eastern food can be very similar to Greek food! The Greeks enjoy this recipe as much as Middle Easterners do. It comes in many shapes and forms but Moussaka is a very popular dish. This is one of my favorite summer meals because it can be served hot or cold. So if you're in a hot area of the world, this can be perfect to enjoy without getting heat flashes from eating it. This lovely dinner meal is called "Moussaka" and the name originates from the Arabic word "saqaa", which translates to "chilly" because it's best served cold!
This meal consists of only eggplant, chickpeas, onions, and tomatoes but you couldn't get a yummier dinner than this. Not only is it so flavorful, but it is so nutritious. If you know how to make a lasagna, this dinner is going to be so simple for you to make. You're going to impress your friends and family with this one without a doubt! So, if you love eggplant as much as I do, keep reading to get the recipe!
Yields: 4 people
Prep time: 15 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes - 1 hour
This recipe is dairy free, gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan.
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Ingredients:
1. 2 eggplants
2. ½ a large white onion
3. 1 can of 15oz chickpeas
4. 5 beefsteak tomatoes
5. 5-8 garlic cloves (up to your personal preference)
6. 1 TBSP harissa paste (up to your personal preference)
7. Kosher salt
8. Extra virgin olive oil
9. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro
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