Russian Eggplant

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 14
Russian Eggplant - Delicious and Creamy Casserole Dish
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 large eggplant , peeled and sliced into 1/3 inch rounds
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup water
3 large tomatoes , thinly sliced
2 onions , thinly sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups sour cream
1 garlic clove , minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
paprika

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
138
Sugar
6g
Fat
8g
Russian Eggplant is a rich and creamy casserole dish that is perfect for vegetarians. It is made with layers of sliced eggplant, tomato, onion, and a sour cream mixture with a hint of garlic. The dish is baked until the vegetables are soft and tender, and the sour cream mixture forms a delectable crust. It is a great option for dinner or lunch and pairs well with rice or bread. One of the best things about this dish is that it is low in calories and fat but still full of flavors and nutrients.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3.Sprinkle eggplant slices with lemon juice and set aside.
4.In the prepared dish, arrange tomato and onion slices.
5.Sprinkle flour over vegetables.
6.In a medium bowl, blend together sour cream, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Spread half the sour cream mixture over the vegetables.
7.Arrange eggplant slices over sour cream layer.
8.Spread remaining sour cream mixture over eggplant. Sprinkle with paprika.
9.Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes. Serve hot.

PROS

Delicious and creamy, perfect for vegetarians.
Low in calories and fat.
Provides essential vitamins and minerals.

CONS

The dish may not be crispy enough for some people.
May be too rich or creamy for some tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants are high in antioxidants and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and copper. They are also a great source of dietary fiber, which can help with digestion and weight loss. Tomatoes contain lycopene, which help to protect against cancer and reduce inflammation. Onions are packed with sulfur compounds that have anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and antiviral properties. Garlic is also rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial properties.

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