This Antalya bake fills eggplant with curd cheese for a light summer dish with creamy body and Mediterranean aroma.
16 min prep 28 min cook
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Split the eggplants lengthwise and score the cut surfaces in a cross pattern.
Prebake the eggplants at 190°C for 12 minutes so they are not firm when filled.
Mix the curd cheese, tomatoes, thyme, and salt in a bowl without mashing.
Divide the curd filling among the slits in the eggplants and smooth the surface.
Bake the eggplants at 190°C for 16 minutes so the curd does not dry out and crack.
Rest the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer the eggplants to a warm serving plate.
Sprinkle fresh thyme over the curd filling and serve the eggplants without cutting them apart.
💡 Tip: Keeping the curd filling from getting watery helps it stay inside the eggplant.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with tomato salad and toasted bread on the side.
~168
kcal calories
8
g protein
11
g carbs
9
g fat
19.5g
Sugar
14.9g
Fiber
486.1mg
Sodium
2g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Moderate satiety, fine between meals
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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